tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23931059734595953232024-03-13T12:14:05.396-07:00Erickson EtchingsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-79045539410395337872013-12-25T20:01:00.000-08:002014-01-01T22:51:19.684-08:00Merry Christmas #1We want to wish all our family and friends a wonderful Christmas Day! We are so blessed to know the babe who was willing to be born to be our Savior. I read this morning from John 3:16-17 and was impressed again that this indeed the message of the season...God gave so that we might have Life! And that truly calls for rejoicing!<br />
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Merry Christmas to all from us!</div>
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We were able to attend three Christmas services this year. On the 23rd, we went to the Mariners Church.</div>
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On Christmas Eve, after attending our own church service, we drove over to the a neighboring church for their service. The music was awesome, and ended with everybody singing Joy to the World and the Hallelujah Chorus. Awesome!</div>
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On Christmas Day, we were invited to our friends for a delicious meal and time together.</div>
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It was a joy to meet their children.</div>
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We had such a fun time together. We are so blessed! </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-74507660119445913482013-12-01T14:53:00.001-08:002013-12-01T14:53:54.034-08:00Christmas decor expanded<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I know, I'm really behind... So I'll just start here and go back (someday) and fill onyhe gaps.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Yesterday, in the midst of putting up Christmas decor here at our house, we received a call from some friends asking if we wanted to join them in touring a special home in Laguna Nigel that is beautifully decorated and open for tours this time of year. Since we needed a break from our tasks, we said "yes!"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7yVx3VFV8-sGRCY8aMLNqxdxcaSOO0OnVcdJ7swebSbqucoYxbBNjn_uaztkXE9J51Sn_0FTGaU3GLhoz23QVdJLvp3-uvQ6hi0B5MmqmdZkimU4b4sUAEQmhbK5U24jregs6rb40gw/s640/blogger-image--865525937.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7yVx3VFV8-sGRCY8aMLNqxdxcaSOO0OnVcdJ7swebSbqucoYxbBNjn_uaztkXE9J51Sn_0FTGaU3GLhoz23QVdJLvp3-uvQ6hi0B5MmqmdZkimU4b4sUAEQmhbK5U24jregs6rb40gw/s640/blogger-image--865525937.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5kyTJ0LmihfKRbgf6LuWuckvKCul88mB5htVbZOOgw8YB-MAEiOpG3oMHnKSjX5M_AdZ_vyKzgTawIN7YGPM4vHrJTD_pbxtqurj0GC-mM7snAxnr24w9Oh60zn8sI_kUNEmsiplWmw/s640/blogger-image--2021455372.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5kyTJ0LmihfKRbgf6LuWuckvKCul88mB5htVbZOOgw8YB-MAEiOpG3oMHnKSjX5M_AdZ_vyKzgTawIN7YGPM4vHrJTD_pbxtqurj0GC-mM7snAxnr24w9Oh60zn8sI_kUNEmsiplWmw/s640/blogger-image--2021455372.jpg"></a></div>While we waited across the street, we enjoyed hot cider and enjoyed the light "show" and music. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHpRIy2eGS0U-PPcEBgMZATQ0OAQ1FqAbimkREDgvnJi1ZTIcSRRhc2hZxbSFQ71SQRxMZvrG8TPbXTAyc7Ty5iRRTvdaDfL5Cipkn3xVcbxaVOPZz2Yts0O988wWgdYmZ_RsmVHptA/s640/blogger-image-783492293.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyHpRIy2eGS0U-PPcEBgMZATQ0OAQ1FqAbimkREDgvnJi1ZTIcSRRhc2hZxbSFQ71SQRxMZvrG8TPbXTAyc7Ty5iRRTvdaDfL5Cipkn3xVcbxaVOPZz2Yts0O988wWgdYmZ_RsmVHptA/s640/blogger-image-783492293.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> This was the scene that greeted us as we walked through the front door...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieraoXub4MiWm9lXh2ZmC-T5u9nY52xMPd-xO6XwW6gJQDjmNvJzA0imGlh4KP9F2noLL_lqWTBs3yzi1o6KvlnW9CkNmLZKd1mziFtbQhBE3PgO4rcoJwwrLvVgouTMpXoh8m46Cemw/s640/blogger-image--1940840857.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieraoXub4MiWm9lXh2ZmC-T5u9nY52xMPd-xO6XwW6gJQDjmNvJzA0imGlh4KP9F2noLL_lqWTBs3yzi1o6KvlnW9CkNmLZKd1mziFtbQhBE3PgO4rcoJwwrLvVgouTMpXoh8m46Cemw/s640/blogger-image--1940840857.jpg"></a></div>They had the largest display of collector houses I have ever seen. Each room had a different "village," it was amazing!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilI0Ev6SukLO089af7y-6SP__spOedGsISiAHnuK8bkfPImIZem7fIIE6FCuSb3M7lqI0p7LzPRebPTXLY-xW38WUtXM6u87FKNEoV9sXfohjo_vumLmG6tV3eiRpi-L0vZjTF8iIV_A/s640/blogger-image--230162420.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilI0Ev6SukLO089af7y-6SP__spOedGsISiAHnuK8bkfPImIZem7fIIE6FCuSb3M7lqI0p7LzPRebPTXLY-xW38WUtXM6u87FKNEoV9sXfohjo_vumLmG6tV3eiRpi-L0vZjTF8iIV_A/s640/blogger-image--230162420.jpg"></a></div>This display was all about entertainment parks...so cute!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpAfyYEUQN0VsucL7vOt6PRFTA3PFzZGUmdlpFjZ4QvewtDCAebDLp_bDM36LF5422fp3eJHOyi_xGK-akxH_Og5gkIpxN26Xz_gHF2-2o_KAUt6gRwHlpY4aDYTc3ucBMKdgpWyGuzg/s640/blogger-image-211641718.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpAfyYEUQN0VsucL7vOt6PRFTA3PFzZGUmdlpFjZ4QvewtDCAebDLp_bDM36LF5422fp3eJHOyi_xGK-akxH_Og5gkIpxN26Xz_gHF2-2o_KAUt6gRwHlpY4aDYTc3ucBMKdgpWyGuzg/s640/blogger-image-211641718.jpg"></a></div>A winter wonderland graced the window between the "music room" and the dining room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjKCgnYX-uUihrV2XAsqhWdBNMBxRZ3bZkTUqZZdhjp78Y6fBdQQpJ_FDIqcWVYZMzQW6_C8XdFFl2FXIonjcyW0ALH_HmBGg217JZ0-RnCxBCiQzkrXhxUnkk2HysEJpZn7NRI8ecoA/s640/blogger-image-1897514998.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjKCgnYX-uUihrV2XAsqhWdBNMBxRZ3bZkTUqZZdhjp78Y6fBdQQpJ_FDIqcWVYZMzQW6_C8XdFFl2FXIonjcyW0ALH_HmBGg217JZ0-RnCxBCiQzkrXhxUnkk2HysEJpZn7NRI8ecoA/s640/blogger-image-1897514998.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsb0ZhiMHMazg4MLj0eGNfkBIcafI288c8PWqT7az_jhpCtpIBhb0614jQDOVzl4pt-BN0wgjS4oX6WmB1N5vsYnLGuhbCXvP_nKL88ZTX6qsV77dJ9a011lJfHXsIhsX8drnWqYCyA/s640/blogger-image--1131887735.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsb0ZhiMHMazg4MLj0eGNfkBIcafI288c8PWqT7az_jhpCtpIBhb0614jQDOVzl4pt-BN0wgjS4oX6WmB1N5vsYnLGuhbCXvP_nKL88ZTX6qsV77dJ9a011lJfHXsIhsX8drnWqYCyA/s640/blogger-image--1131887735.jpg"></a></div>This was the dining room; a train was running thru this village. If you look closely, you will see the very tall centerpiece on their table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtydNK2dPdgWg4Zn9qa8Am8lDCuhzlki8l9e6mNbsHSvacW0jkpeYbRi9yiriCyjC15deYQ8esu9oJDegM68TC8XedBLj-8lpX957t4cdZYdlkpveExMrvTrhS16n7ck8TV8cGL_PAYA/s640/blogger-image--1633545422.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtydNK2dPdgWg4Zn9qa8Am8lDCuhzlki8l9e6mNbsHSvacW0jkpeYbRi9yiriCyjC15deYQ8esu9oJDegM68TC8XedBLj-8lpX957t4cdZYdlkpveExMrvTrhS16n7ck8TV8cGL_PAYA/s640/blogger-image--1633545422.jpg"></a></div>Can you imagine stacking all those ornaments into a cube???</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfmyFTYXK-TMsWySxi12KE4GaOI7lZOxyY7CVcWAdfB10-pyyo3GLBs9ZKvOKMz-STsDlcHGIPTacDWPpdf2xUYhD54YDTeLlqyh3vjhoBfNMObk1Ybbu2hw6XmLCA8UAT4O_yY-GRpg/s640/blogger-image--1088120567.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfmyFTYXK-TMsWySxi12KE4GaOI7lZOxyY7CVcWAdfB10-pyyo3GLBs9ZKvOKMz-STsDlcHGIPTacDWPpdf2xUYhD54YDTeLlqyh3vjhoBfNMObk1Ybbu2hw6XmLCA8UAT4O_yY-GRpg/s640/blogger-image--1088120567.jpg"></a></div>The fire place...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-a6peQ5fnj7CjIG3LR9w6DakZl4Uj0cksCbCdTG5cWH918J6HalQjU-5hoqVDqCjUG3uaQJ4savx0XxXomxzFvQF-aFR7OTkf2UdDdcE4h11ZHZwoHmHOiZ43tTBIPPd0GTVLWAW0Ng/s640/blogger-image-446771416.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-a6peQ5fnj7CjIG3LR9w6DakZl4Uj0cksCbCdTG5cWH918J6HalQjU-5hoqVDqCjUG3uaQJ4savx0XxXomxzFvQF-aFR7OTkf2UdDdcE4h11ZHZwoHmHOiZ43tTBIPPd0GTVLWAW0Ng/s640/blogger-image-446771416.jpg"></a></div>Thanks D&L for a fun evening together!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1MUPACJBzuwJdpZyuSkXJ3rDN2_MeOpD1qGHfa0Es6MoRkQ_09bcZoPXfPnaZTXNL3WAaR-SasYuWfqrmUyYSAwdWmQZ84UFKhfPgieen2J0OZ5uB_I6iBNZlLnbrlR3q6ey4dbOLfA/s640/blogger-image-1430546272.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1MUPACJBzuwJdpZyuSkXJ3rDN2_MeOpD1qGHfa0Es6MoRkQ_09bcZoPXfPnaZTXNL3WAaR-SasYuWfqrmUyYSAwdWmQZ84UFKhfPgieen2J0OZ5uB_I6iBNZlLnbrlR3q6ey4dbOLfA/s640/blogger-image-1430546272.jpg"></a></div>On our way out, we noticed this tree--upside down!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnSi0Y4sN9-JZ_zjS6qD0VbwtJw7uGppzNFrFx9gqKLcwQqXoHxXr_ZIUvMcwPdXKoTtnyUL7QZwatWTgbFMUpckUV-UN_2NcYawqh9HDyWXVTEdGv6PosmzYftofAkyMzbuFtyp76zA/s640/blogger-image--2059355500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnSi0Y4sN9-JZ_zjS6qD0VbwtJw7uGppzNFrFx9gqKLcwQqXoHxXr_ZIUvMcwPdXKoTtnyUL7QZwatWTgbFMUpckUV-UN_2NcYawqh9HDyWXVTEdGv6PosmzYftofAkyMzbuFtyp76zA/s640/blogger-image--2059355500.jpg"></a></div>As we left, we were offered mini doughnuts, hot and dusted with sugar! Yummy! </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-2216338814828182952013-11-20T22:16:00.000-08:002014-01-01T23:08:22.733-08:00Celebrations<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We went to our son's house for a family get-together to celebrate a couple of birthdays and also to welcome our youngest son and his wife to Cali for a week. The oldest sons always enjoy their times together...</div>
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Our oldest grandson is growing up so fast!</div>
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And so is our oldest grand-daughter!</div>
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Daddy and his "mini-me."</div>
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We had a mini-birthday party for this little girl who just turned 4!</div>
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Opening her gift...</div>
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Enjoying her new princess castle.</div>
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...then sharing with her cousin!</div>
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We had fun playing together and enjoying the beautiful day.</div>
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Fortunately we had this short time together with everyone, because a couple hours later, before J&H arrived, a couple of people in the family got sick with the flu.</div>
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After several hours of travel by plane and car, J&H arrived.</div>
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We also celebrated our youngest son's 31st birthday (a couple weeks late).</div>
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His nephews loved helping him blow out the candles...and help eat that yummy chocolate cake!</div>
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That was the way J&H began their week in Cali where they attended a seminar on building eco-friendly sod houses.</div>
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Later in the week, they drove to our home and spent the evening with us...<br />
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...then early the next morning they drove east to attend the last 15 hours of classes.</div>
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Even though the time was short, we were so thankful that J&H took the time to come and visit; and we enjoyed sharing our beautiful weather with them before they flew back to the snow and cold of Montana.</div>
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We are so blessed to have new neighbors...and a new associate pastor at our church! In early September, they added twin girls to their family. Several weeks later, the girls were brought to the family of God through holy baptism. </div>
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As a special treat to the babies, their daddy sang them a song.</div>
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Such a special benediction to his beautiful little girls.</div>
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The nieces waited patiently for their time in the service.</div>
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Uncle and aunt and their family came from Colorado to join S&S as sponsors for the twins.</div>
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And a special highlight of the day was the arrival of this couple, the pastor and his wife from Seth's home church. They were visiting family in our area and decided to surprise S&S by coming for the baptism of the girls. They are also former colleagues of ours from Africa and the baptismal sponsors of our third son, so it was a delight to have them visit.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-17112655099157985002013-10-10T20:31:00.000-07:002014-01-01T21:01:16.074-08:00Midwest travels<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Jim travels back to the midwest twice a year for church board meetings. It is a business trip, but it also allows him time to spend with family and friends. This always includes time with our special grand nephew and his parents.</div>
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It also gives him a chance to celebrate his little sister's birthday!</div>
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This year also included a visit with some long-time friends from Africa that came to the States to visit their son and his family. Jim had not seen them for 13 years, so there was a lot of catching up! </div>
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He also stopped by the home where this delightful lady lives. She is a retired missionary from Africa that we have known and loved for so long. Her life and dedication to the Lord God have always inspired us.</div>
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Jim also had a short visit with my folks, and Dad was very alert and even conversant that day!</div>
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A year ago, these dear friends moved back to Iowa. Jim had the privilege of visiting them in their new home on his drive through Iowa to visit our son and his family. What a joy to re-connect with them.</div>
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Then the "crowning jewel" of this trip...seeing our youngest grand-daughter in her new home!</div>
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So fun to see how she loves her daddy!</div>
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Even though his trip was quick, Jim was able to see so many places and people. What a blessing to have safe travels and great weather the whole time. We are so blessed!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-50882369792517698112013-09-22T13:19:00.000-07:002013-09-22T13:19:04.311-07:00Off to the Beach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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On Tuesday afternoon, C had her first visit to the beach.</div>
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The day was overcast and slightly cool, compared to the previous days. But we were happy to be there with the little one.</div>
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She took off the minute her little feet touched to sand...</div>
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...so many "treasures" to find!</div>
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Only once did she get upset over the sand between her toes.</div>
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Because the day was windy, we saw many people flying kites.</div>
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First Grandpa helped the boys at the coin machine...</div>
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...then off to the rides!</div>
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There were so few people at the park that we were able to ride each ride several times. We were so proud of J who rode the "big boy" rides by himself. He is growing up so fast!</div>
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K's mom, her sister and son also joined us for the afternoon. It was so fun to spend the time together!</div>
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The boys decided to take a bit of time and talk to the "train robber" about stealing and honesty. Hopefully he learned something from these wise young men!</div>
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We know she won't remember this day, but we certainly will! We had a great Monday!<br />
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The day was beautifully warm, and we all enjoyed visiting outside while we watched the boys riding their bikes around the church parking lot.</div>
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The weekend started with a group of friends from our church attending the Women of Faith conference here in town. </div>
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The theme for this year's conference was "Believe God."</div>
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The music was awesome...</div>
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One of the girls could not attend the sessions on Saturday, so I invited my cousin to join us.<br />
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We left a bit early on Saturday afternoon so that we would get home in time to welcome M&C here for the week.<br />
So much fun to have them visit again!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217747830991064145noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2393105973459595323.post-14245053696901729632013-08-25T22:25:00.000-07:002013-08-26T22:28:23.188-07:00Sunday visitors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Last week we had a visit from our oldest son and his family. It has been a long time since the kids have been able to join us for a Sunday service, so we were really thrilled when they said they were coming in time for church. What a special treat for Grandpa to have his grandsons up front with him for the children's sermon!</div>
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We even were able to get a pic of the boys before they got too involved with playing!</div>
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itechnology and kids...it never ceases to amaze me!</div>
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Playing with little boys and new toys</div>
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J was using his construction skills to build this barn...</div>
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We enjoyed a picnic lunch together</div>
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Then, after alot of bike riding and playing outside, we headed over to Coldstone for an ice cream treat. The boys are really into "Ninja Turtles" right now, so they had to check this manhole and see if there were Ninjas hiding down there!</div>
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This big boy loves his Coldstone!</div>
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But then, I think we all do! Thanks J&K for such a fun Sunday visit!</div>
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I am trying to catch up on some posts (because I am so far behind again, too much work...not enough play!) </div>
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About a month ago, our cardiology department was asked to help out with this traveling heart display. It featured this 400 lb replica of a heart (part of the Bodies Exhibition that was coming to our area), and the opportunity for 3 days of free testing of various cardiac issues.</div>
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Since I worked in a clinic close by the mall where this display was located, I stopped by on my way home to see my friends who were working that day, profit from a free carotid doppler and view the giant heart. </div>
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You can see the size of the heart in relation to the nearby people.</div>
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Several weeks ago, we joined some friends at a morning car show.</div>
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It was cool and overcast that early in the morning (6-8AM on a Saturday!), but we enjoyed our time together. This car actually belongs to a friend of ours.</div>
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All the guys, young and old, loved hearing this Mazda revving it's engine.</div>
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A sweet ride (actually, I took these pics for my sons...)</div>
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This is a Swedish supercar (Koenigsegg) that is one of the fastest cars in the world . Unfortunately, our husbands were so busy talking they missed seeing it. So us girls had to try and tell them about it.</div>
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While I was in Minnesota visiting my folks, Jim went to a car museum with our friends. He kept very busy during those days, so I don't think that he missed me much! </div>
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Heidi and her friend</div>
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A strange sight...there were many strange sights!</div>
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A great view of our Pasadena church, such a beautiful building, such good friends and memories held therein. </div>
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Last week I was able to travel back to the midwest to spend a few days with my parents. Harvest is just beginning, so I could not only enjoy the golden fields and the tall corn stalks, I also could smell the combine dust in the air.</div>
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I love the wide-open spaces!</div>
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Mom's health is improving and she is back to her energetic self again.</div>
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One evening, an employee at the nursing home brought her beautiful dog to visit the residents. I couldn't tell who was enjoying "Sandy" more...dad or his son! </div>
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One afternoon, my cousin and her husband stopped by for lunch as they traveled north to visit her folks. Such a treat!</div>
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Every time I've walked downtown, I've tried to visit the local museum, but it was never open. However, last weekend was the annual "Turkey Days" celebration, and the museum opened their doors! It was a very interesting place to explore. These horses were carved by a local woman who began her hobby back in WWII while her son was stationed overseas. After he returned home, she continued to carve during the long winter months. Her goal was to carve a set of horses and wagons for all 50 states. And she did!!! The detail was incredible, since these horses are only about 6-7 inches in height.</div>
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Furnishings from a local mercantile</div>
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the local doctor's office</div>
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On Friday evening, just before a fantastic fireworks show, mom and I attended a musical written and performed by the kids theatre. they did a great job! </div>
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The title of the play was "Cowboys and Aliens" and these were the aliens that tried to crash the "wedding of the century" (simply because they wanted to attend a fun event!) Sorry for the grainy quality...it lends to the alien-look though!</div>
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the cute girls!</div>
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I am so thankful for my wonderful parents and the blessing they are to me!</div>
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Every day we took at least two walks! Little miss loved to be outside. If she felt we weren't paying enough attention to her and she wanted to go out for a walk, she would bring us our tennis shoes and then point to the door! Who needs to use words???</div>
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Every little seed, leaf or stick would capture her attention.</div>
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We would always make enough time to sit and relax a bit...</div>
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And maybe tell Grandpa how much she loves him???</div>
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Ok, little one, you totally won our hearts!</div>
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It was hard to say good-by, but we were also excited for the next chapter in our kids' lives--new home, new jobs, new city! Congrats, and God's rich blessings as you move forward!</div>
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Farewell to a lovely city, and a wonderful place to visit!</div>
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On Sunday (Father's Day), we actually had some time together with M's whole family. (With their crazy work schedules, it seemed that one or the other of the kids was either sleeping or working, so we were seldom all together.) After a leisurely breakfast, we got ready to go into the city.</div>
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First, a family photo...</div>
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...then, while mommy and daddy enjoyed a meal together, the grandparents had the joy of taking little miss to the children's museum! She obviously had been there several times, because she knew exactly where she wanted to go! These ducks were a favorite spot, and she was especially partial to that blue duck...</div>
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...or maybe just ducks in general???</div>
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So many fun things to play with!</div>
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Even a horse and cart to ride in.</div>
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This was the bedroom for the three bears, with a teddy bear in each bed...which little miss promptly removed and carried someplace else!</div>
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She loves books...</div>
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...and rocking chairs.</div>
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When the parents returned, she was invited to help feed the fish. It was such a fun day together. </div>
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We concluded our day with the evening service at the kids' church. What a perfect way to close out that Father's Day, and also to honor our Heavenly Father for all the blessings that He brings into our lives.</div>
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Playtime!</div>
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The lush green woods was such a refreshing sight for us. We miss the beauty of the forests...</div>
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...but not the humidity! One afternoon, after a thundershower, we went outside for a walk. We could literally see the "steam" rising up from the warm tarmac where the cool raindrops had fallen. </div>
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Yep, it was crazy humid!!! (but green!)</div>
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Little girl loves dogs! Every time we saw a dog while out walking, she would make a b-line for it.</div>
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This little dog was especially friendly and she even got "up close and personal." Such good memories of our days together!</div>
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We have had the joy of visiting our son and his family out east for the past week. We had a rather tempestuous flight coming here, though. </div>
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The flight was uneventful until we were close to our destination, then we hit turbulent weather and quite frankly, the way our plane pitched and plummeted, it felt like we were on a roller-coaster ride! We had to divert to an airport south of our destination where we waited for two hours as the storm passed. This was the view of the sky from the airport shortly after we landed. Yes, it was a <i>very bad storm!</i> We were just so thankful when we finally arrived at the place where we could leave the plane, rent our car and drive to the kids' house. It was late when we arrived, so we saw our grand-daughter and daughter-in-law just briefly, then headed for a comfortable night's sleep. </div>
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It is wonderful to be surrounded by the lush green of this area, but the humidity is a bit overwhelming for us, after living so many years in a drier climate. </div>
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The main reason for our visit was the graduation of our son from his medical residency.</div>
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The proud doctor after four years of hard work!</div>
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We've enjoyed so many precious moments with our youngest grandchild.</div>
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On Saturday evening, the hospital hosted a celebration ceremony for the graduates. We were so privileged to be there for this special event.</div>
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Goal accomplished, signed and delivered!</div>
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Well, done son! We are so proud of you!</div>
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In mid-May, my cousin and her family came to stay a few days with us to celebrate the completion of her daughter's Master's degree in counseling.</div>
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It's amazing to think that just two years ago, we met this young lady for the first time and instantly formed a bond with this family. Even though we are blood relatives, our paths had never really crossed before now.</div>
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Now we were celebrating the end of her studies, and praying that the Lord would guide her in the next step of her journey.</div>
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We did not attend the graduation ceremony, but were invited to the "hooding" ceremony and dinner.</div>
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It was so fun to watch this mother and daughter interaction! They really are close and love spending time together. </div>
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It was wonderful to see the whole family celebrating together. </div>
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Sister and brother </div>
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One proud dad...one proud grad!!!</div>
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The end of May, we also celebrated Jim's birthday. We were so happy to have our grandsons with us for this special event! </div>
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They brought along their bikes so they could ride in our "big driveway." (Of course, daddy had to get in on the action also!) </div>
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Little brother was very cautious...</div>
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...big brother was very daring...</div>
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...daring in every way!</div>
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Even Grandpa got in on the action!</div>
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Then came time for decorating the birthday cake, Grandpa's favorite--German chocolate.</div>
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Little boys asked how many candles we should put on the cake...we decided that we needed <i>ALOT</i> of candles, at least two full boxes-one for each boy!</div>
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"Happy Birthday to you..."</div>
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Because there were so many candles to blow out, Grandpa had to have help blowing!</div>
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The best part of the party..."I clean off candles!" Happy Birthday Jim, and many more to come!</div>
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While Jim was celebrating at the birthday party, I was in AZ at a medical conference with my co-worker.</div>
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The event was held at this beautiful motel and resort</div>
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It was a great place to walk around during the breaks, even though it was very hot outside. </div>
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I had the privilege of staying with my life-long childhood friend and her husband in their lovely home.</div>
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We enjoyed several days of catching up and reliving the memories of years gone by. </div>
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We had such a good time and were grateful for the opportunity to be together.<br />
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On Memorial Day, we just relaxed and enjoyed some time with friends, hanging out in our fair city.<br />
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It was a beautiful day for a hike, so we hit the trails that overlook the city. Afterward, we rewarded ourselves with a stop at Jamba Juice! Thanks R&L for a fun afternoon.<br />
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Last weekend, we had a visit from our son and family. We met them at the Discovery Museum first.<br />
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Little girls always love the mirrors!<br />
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This lite-weight needed daddy's help (and weight) to make this lift work.<br />
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Little sister wanted a turn also!<br />
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Time for a picnic...<br />
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...then back to play again.<br />
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A little blurry, but we did enjoy watching the 3-D movie about the sea turtle's adventures. (And later we re-enacted the whole plot once again at bath time that evening!)<br />
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Sweet little Em<br />
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Big sister K<br />
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After supper, we made a trip to the nearby pastry shop.<br />
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Oh yes, I'm very far behind, but these moments are priceless and worth the sharing....</div>
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Last month, our youngest grandson turned 3. He loves fire trucks and firemen...</div>
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(just takin' the kids for a spin around the block in my truck, OK?)</div>
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(And then she takes over from her cousin!)</div>
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Proud papa</div>
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And excited mama!</div>
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The kids had so much fun with the water hoses...</div>
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...and the pumper truck.</div>
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Delicious snacks...</div>
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...and food.</div>
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Even the big boys had a great time on the truck.</div>
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Taking turns was not always fun...</div>
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It was such a great and fun day for everyone!</div>
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Happy Birthday B! We love you big guy!</div>
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Two months ago God answered our prayers by sending this wonderful couple our way. In just a couple of weeks, they will be joining us in the work here at our church as associate pastor and wife. Please pray for them as they move across the States this week.</div>
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We are so excited to have next door neighbors again! (Plus they will soon be adding twin girls to their family! How exciting is that?)</div>
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This year, we had two new confirmands, delightful young people!<br />
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We pray that they will always hide God's Word in their hearts and walk steadfastly in paths of righteousness.<br />
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We also have a new worship leader at our church! Well, this is one of his sons, but he's a pretty cool guy also. We are so blessed!</div>
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In April, we held our annual Women's Retreat at the CC Hot Springs Conference Center. Our theme this year was "Daughters of the King"</div>
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How appropriate it was that the street to the back of the campus was named "Princess Road" and it was located right next to our cabins for the weekend. What a royal welcome!</div>
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The moment we drove on the campus, we felt relaxed...</div>
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...such a beautiful setting.</div>
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The registration table, the reunion of friends that we hadn't seen for a whole year...</div>
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...the royal jewels adorning the table as a centerpiece. "You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession." (1Peter 2:9)</div>
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Our speaker for the weekend was Ruth</div>
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She is such a gifted communicator.</div>
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Penny and Debbie led the singing...</div>
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We had several mother-daughter combos this year, so much fun!</div>
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Small group prayer-sharing was a highlight</div>
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On Saturday morning, we came to breakfast, and found a golden crown by each plate...</div>
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...we all felt like royalty!</div>
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New friendships were formed...</div>
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...we even did some "shopping" at the annual auction table.</div>
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And these young gals were in charge of the Saturday afternoon craft projects...</div>
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...yes, that was also a fun event!</div>
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Evenings were time for relaxing at the spa...</div>
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...or in one of the many hot springs pools.</div>
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The coffee shop was a great time to sip and fellowship with people from other retreat groups, as well as our own. (Besides, they had great tasting coffee!)</div>
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One evening, we enjoyed an old-fashioned campfire chorus and testimony time. (Remember those old songs: Give Me Oil in my Lamp, keep me burning for the Lord; "Chain Chorus;" Do Lord?)</div>
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Each morning began with prayer and praise.</div>
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And on Saturday evening, we had some fun!</div>
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Lots of skits...</div>
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a great time of laughter...</div>
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and of song!</div>
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We are blessed to be a blessing!</div>
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Two generations</div>
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On the last day, we had prayer for the new leadership team</div>
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...and we honored this faithful saint for the many years of service that she has given to women's ministry. She has been such an inspiration to so many people through the years, praise God!</div>
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What a joy, what a privilege to be chosen as a child of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. May we always live up to the calling we have been given!</div>
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The retreat center has the motto, "Refreshing the Saints."</div>
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Yes, we left that place feeling truly refreshed!</div>
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We love to have the kids come and visit! On one occasion, we gave the boys these funny glasses...</div>
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...we all enjoyed some good laughter over these cute little boys and their "eyes."</div>
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A golf bag arrived in the mail...</div>
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...and J fit perfectly inside! But we decided we loved him far too much to ship him off to Seattle- we sent the golf clubs instead!</div>
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A cousins' pizza party</div>
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A walk down the street to the ice cream shop <br />
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Matching dresses<br />
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A trip to the pastry shop</div>
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Looking and longing...chocolate!</div>
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B has now graduated to the big hotwheels</div>
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...and big bro is strong enough to give daddy a ride!</div>
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...maybe even Grandpa?</div>
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We are so blessed so be able to spend time so often with our GKs (well, at least four in person, and one by SKYPE!)</div>
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We have had a lot of visitors this spring! No, they don't usually come by the bus load, but one weekend it actually did happen! We were honored again this spring by a visit from the Hillcrest choir from Minnesota.<br />
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I guess that we are getting older, because these kids are younger looking all the time!</div>
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We had a very good attendance at the concert, and the choir did a great job. It was also exciting for us to visit with so many Hillcrest Alumni who came to the concert.</div>
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Several family members were in the choir...</div>
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...and we were able to enjoy another mini-concert back at our house later that evening! So much fun to host these girls...we only hope that some of them will indeed decide to come west for further schooling.</div>
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Right after we returned from our trip to MN, our niece Kari came to spend a couple of days with us.</div>
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After so many months of snow and cold, she was ready for an afternoon at the beach!</div>
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Even though our day there was rather cool and windy, we loved walking the beautiful pathways...</div>
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...and just spending time together!</div>
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We ended our time together with a treat</div>
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Kari helped me locate our special Gelato shop</div>
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Thanks for a lovely visit, Kari! We miss having you here!</div>
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The last day that I was with my parents, my youngest sister arrived from Iowa. It had been almost two years since we had seen each other, so was fun to talk with each other late into the night.</div>
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On Saturday morning, we headed into town for a couple of birthday celebrations.</div>
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First, we stopped by to visit our brother and sister-in-law...</div>
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...then we met this little sweetie, just a couple of months old!</div>
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How excited we were to share in the #1 birthday party for this little guy.</div>
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lots of family present to document the "eating of the first birthday cake"</div>
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Yummy!</div>
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Grampa and Gramma!</div>
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Then we were off to visit his cousin who was celebrating his #3 birthday that same afternoon! </div>
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He had so much to talk!</div>
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We felt so privileged to be able to attend both of the birthday parties for our great nephews! How fun to see them and their parents grow up.</div>
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That evening we enjoyed another family meal together with our niece and her family.</div>
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The most special treat that evening was an entire book read for us by our great nephew. Such a good reader, such a great performance!</div>
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The next day we boarded our plane and headed for sunny California. We are so thankful for the safe travels and for all the family and friends that we were able to see during our week back in the Midwest. We are so blessed!</div>
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The best part of our visit is seeing family once again...our niece and great nephew...</div>
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missionary friends...</div>
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recounting memories from our past...</div>
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...and spending time with dear friends.</div>
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We are so blessed and thankful for the hospitality always accorded us by our family. </div>
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We made several visits to homes in the city that we used to live in. First to our niece and her husband...</div>
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...and in the evening a reunion with our friends from the Bible study group that we were involved with.</div>
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What a blessing to fellowship together once again. We miss you friends!</div>
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We were also able to spend a few days with my parents. That first day my dad seemed to recognize me so that was an answer to prayer. </div>
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