Once Upon a Time in LA

Touring the city with friends for a second time couldn't be passed up. Together with the Ficketts, Meyers, and Terrells we trekked up and down the city.

Since the weather was actually cooler there were a lot more people about town...some quite interesting. Both of these lovely individuals were sighted outside the Central Library.
I think this man wins Crazy Hat Day.





We all agreed that the statue looks a LOT like Ian Hales. Maybe it was just the day was starting to get warmer.




















Jeff was dared to run through the fountain without getting wet. Shortly after he came back a small child tried the same stunt and got 'lost' when all the water shot up. He wasn't as successful to say the least.

Suggested Reading

I am reading through an amazing book writen by Thomas Brooks 'The Secret Key to Heaven'. Brooks' focus is on personal prayer aka private prayer. The argument is that our most private prayers show our true heart, our most honest attitude, and our desire to comune with our Father. I haven't gotten very far but def suggest this as your next read.

Good bye Becks!

The fabulous visit with Becky has come to an end....but will pick up again next year when we ALL go to Resolve. It was wonderful to have her spend time with our family and Chandler has officially adopted her as an 'older sisiter'. I will cherish the time spent trecking up and down southern CA, the talks on everything from growing up, dating and marriage to church discipline, faithfulness in our Christian walk and searching the scripture.

Gatorade in any color but pink

Hunt for Smore's - someday we WILLLLL find them!

Shamu Rocks!

Vengeful Mantarays

Surprise it's a loopy coaster

You must overcome your fears.....

Princess Bride

First person ever to not like an Artichoke

Would you like In-N-Out???

That was like only 2 pounds!

We will get this alllll home with you somehow

Terminal 2 .......5.......argh!.....2 ahhhh

Fun on the 4th of July

The wonderful opportunity to spend time with the Ficketts, Meyers, & Flowers was something we couldn't pass up. Jen being 'paid' by Stephanie to toss a tomato at Kerry, making noise










using pop guns and soda cans, Ally rolling up hill then figuring out that rolling down is easier, tossing the football, glow sticks and necklaces, matching outfits for Ceana & Chandler, and of course the stripey jello & Jen's dessert (which I can't remember the name of but was really good) will all remain special memories.

Fun in the Sun...and heat

While many were enjoying the gift of air conditioning we set off on a trek to Disneyland and then Sea World. The theme parks were not very busy and no ride had longer than a 35 minute wait. Becky was able to go on all the rides she wanted...and no one was tooo ansy. Chandler loved any ride that went fast. Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Big Thunder...Atlantis....all are considered her favorite. When asked which one she liked the most she said 'The Mountains'.
Sea World was a blast. The cooler temps and beautiful creatures added to the blastfulness (yes, I know that isn't a word.) We dined with Shamu...hence the up close shot. Wonderful food - though a bit pricy for just a 15 minute stint with the trainers. I guess Shamu had to 'rest' for the big show that evening. It really is amazing how many creatures God made in just a few days. The variety of animals, fish and slow moving sea animals is a wonder to behold and a marvel to think that it was just SAID and it was so. Knowing how complex the systems that make up both man and creatures - How can anyone say these were just evolved mistakes? The blinding of man really does happen!

Confessions of a dying keyboard

Sadly our keyboard is dying. I didn't find this frustrating until I went to type in the 'and' sign formorly known as 'seven' and it didn't work. Do you ever realize how many times you use that silly little thing in sentences?! I am now thankful for the number seven.

Visit with Friends

We were blessed with having Campbell & Cooper stay with us for several days (and they are more than welcome to again Kerry). To help them all from ending the 'honeymoon' of friendship we had them design and create their own board game. They all had to agree on the theme [Pokemon], how the board would be laid out [similar to candyland], and then each was responsible for drawing and coloring a portion. They even made the game pieces out of clay. I think they did an excellent job.

Awana Grand Prix

Yes, I know it is a bit late in posting - but better late than never.

Harrison participated in the Grand Prix for Awana again this year. He and Tom came up with the design and Harrison did all the finish work. The Hornet placed 3rd in design. & 3rd in the races. Way to go Harrison!

The End is Near

While the title is pesimistic in some circles I don't have that opinion. The School year is almost done. Friday will be the last day of school. (And there is MUCH rejoicing!) All the year end parties, etc will conclude and summer can begin. The plans for the house are getting finished and if the Lord wills it the house deconstruction/remodel will begin soon...just maybe the property will come to have refinement. The quandry for me has been over how much time, energy, etc does one devote to the chaft of this earth? This isn't our home really - I have a feeling that California will be one of the first areas God wipes from this earth during the fire & brimstone of the tribulation... I'm thankful that I wont be around to experience it. So, since the earthly things are not to be obsessed over, where is the line between overdoing the shell and glorifing our God through our home with the blessings He has given?

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