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Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Marriage Retreat
Our church had a marriage retreat in Chattanooga this past weekend. It was a wonderful time of instruction, encouragement, and fun.
Robert and Amy - They are expecting their first child, a little girl, in July! We're not sure if those are sympathy pounds on Robert or if he's sticking out his gut.
Heidi
Johanna greeting Jason and Shelley
Matt and Kristie
Brian and Zerita
Brad, Chandra and Olivia
We went to lunch on Saturday at Tony's Pasta Shop in the Bluff View District.
Bryant and Jennifer
Rob and me
Joe and DerricaLabels: Church
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Out of the Mouths of Babes
Jonathan was complaining about the ants that were on the slide. He isn't a fan of bugs and wanted them to go away. I told him to just smash them. He said, "But Mommy, that might make them sad."
While shopping for groceries, Rob and I often split up to get the shopping done quicker. Henry was with Rob and heard a little boy in the next aisle. He was just sure it was Jonathan. When he and Rob turned the corner, Henry saw the African-American boy and said, "That not my brother."
On Easter Sunday, the boys were digging into the jelly beans while Rob was trying to talk about Jesus' death on the cross. Jonathan's comment was "Daddy, do you think Jesus likes jelly beans?"
Labels: Silly Boys
Monday, April 16, 2007
Whirlwind Trip Home
I went to my hometown for the day on Friday to visit with my cousin, Sarah, who was in town from Virginia. We enjoyed having our four kids together.
Reagan Suzanne (wonder who she's named after)
Karley (on the move)
Uncle Steve (Sarah's dad) with Henry
We stopped by an assisted living facility that my cousin, Cindy, manages. A lot of our family members work there. So, it was a mini-family reunion. Here's Cindy "sugaring-up" all the kids.
Here's an attempt to get a picture of all four kids.
Cindy enjoyed showing off the brand new facility for their Alzheimer's residents. This is a swanky spa tub that the residents enjoy.
My mom encouraged Cindy many years ago to pursue a job as the Activity Director at a nursing home. Look at Cindy now! She's the head-hancho. She wanted to honor my mom for her encouragement by naming the salon after her. I'm not sure if the comment, "Walk-ins Welcome" was intentional or not. Walk-ins were ALWAYS welcome at our house!
Then we were off to visit my dad.
There is a big field beside my dad's house and we let the boys run around.
I remember when this tree was just a sapling. (Am I really that old??)
Then it was off to dinner with my immediate family. Here's my sister-in-law, Melissa, showing Jonathan a frog on the wall.
Labels: Family
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Hanging on for Dear Life
The boys got balloons at a birthday party today. They wanted to hold their balloons while they watched something.
Monday, April 09, 2007
Almost finished!
The play set is almost finished. It is 100% structurally sound, and all that's left to finish is the roof over the porch. We had a piece of lumber that was damaged so we are waiting for a replacement to arrive from Arkansas.
The boys really enjoyed playing on their playset for the first time. It was a chilly weekend, so they didn't get to stay out that long. Other than the porch roof, we have to get the landscaping timbers set in the ground, fill in a couple of spots with landscaping fabric, and get all the ground covering spread out. It's great to see the (almost) final product.
Anyone want to come over to play??
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The boys really enjoyed playing on their playset for the first time. It was a chilly weekend, so they didn't get to stay out that long. Other than the porch roof, we have to get the landscaping timbers set in the ground, fill in a couple of spots with landscaping fabric, and get all the ground covering spread out. It's great to see the (almost) final product.
Anyone want to come over to play??
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Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Before the 3 year-old touched the dandelion (or valentine, as the boys call it) 
After the 3 year old touched the dandelion
A Flower for Mom
(I know sitting like this is horrible on the hips and knees. We are trying to break this habit.)
Fishing for ChalkLabels: Spring
Sunday, April 01, 2007
17 Years Ago
17 Years Ago today, I became a Christian.
(I know, I know it's April Fool's Day, but it wasn't a joke.)
These are the words to a song that I have been enjoying lately. It's a wonderful look at someone before salvation to someone who is being sanctified daily.
"O Great God" Based on The Valley of Vision prayer “Regeneration”
O great God of highest heaven
Occupy my lowly heart
Own it all and reign supreme
Conquer every rebel power
Let no vice or sin remain
That resists Your holy war
You have loved and purchased me
Make me Yours forevermore
I was blinded by my sin
Had no ears to hear Your voice
Did not know Your love within
Had no taste for heaven’s joys
Then Your Spirit gave me life
Opened up Your Word to me
Through the gospel of Your Son
Gave me endless hope and peace
Help me now to live a life
That’s dependent on Your grace
Keep my heart and guard my soul
From the evils that I face
You are worthy to be praised
With my every thought and deed
O great God of highest heaven
Glorify Your Name through me
Words and Music by Bob Kauflin
2006 Sovereign Grace Music
(I know, I know it's April Fool's Day, but it wasn't a joke.)
These are the words to a song that I have been enjoying lately. It's a wonderful look at someone before salvation to someone who is being sanctified daily.
"O Great God" Based on The Valley of Vision prayer “Regeneration”
O great God of highest heaven
Occupy my lowly heart
Own it all and reign supreme
Conquer every rebel power
Let no vice or sin remain
That resists Your holy war
You have loved and purchased me
Make me Yours forevermore
I was blinded by my sin
Had no ears to hear Your voice
Did not know Your love within
Had no taste for heaven’s joys
Then Your Spirit gave me life
Opened up Your Word to me
Through the gospel of Your Son
Gave me endless hope and peace
Help me now to live a life
That’s dependent on Your grace
Keep my heart and guard my soul
From the evils that I face
You are worthy to be praised
With my every thought and deed
O great God of highest heaven
Glorify Your Name through me
Words and Music by Bob Kauflin
2006 Sovereign Grace Music