Happy Monday!

Ever had this feeling?  I sure have, but it’s never been this funny:

Family B-Day Fun & Fellowship

This past Sat., we had a combination b-day party at my brother Johnny’s house . [A belated one for Johnny (July 5th) and a little early for my daughter Sarah (July 23rd).] This is the cake I baked, and I decorated it the way my Sarah Beth suggested.

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Sarah w/ cousin Ally (Johnny’s oldest).

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Museum Trip

Today (on Sarah’s b-day) the kids and I went on a museum trip w/ my sister-in-law Lisa & my two nieces, Heather and Rachel. We went to the NC Museum of History and the NC Museum of  Natural Sciences. It was a great day, and it wore the kids out! (always a plus!! [...]

My Sarah Turns Eight…

…on Thursday, July 23rd! Here’s just a few pics of her early b-day party from this past Sat.:
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Happy Birthday Sarah Beth!!!
We all love you very much!!!
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**To learn more about my Sarah Beth, visit this post from her last b-day: “Seven Years”
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**Note: These photos were actually taken this past Sat. at a combination b-day party [...]

A Few More Pics…

…from Sarah’s Baptism…Sun. 6/28/09:
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Sarah coming down the steps to the Baptistry.

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Sarah’s almost in the water!

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I just love this pic! I think it captures Sarah’s enthusiasm! I’m so happy for my Sarah Beth and for all those who were recently baptized!

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Sarah after being baptized. Took a pic of Sarah w/ her towel and [...]

Growing In Faith Daily

A small step is a giant leap
In growth and faith each day
If this step is your time with God
To read His Word and pray. —Sper
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“Be renewed in the spirit of your mind.” –Ephesians 4:23
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**See Our Daily Bread devotional here.

Who Can Relate?

I’m sick again…bronchitis this time.  I’m feeling pretty depleted.  However, it certainly could be worse, and this too shall pass.  I sure can relate to this pic, though, and of course, I think it’s cute:

Preciousness and Puppies

They’re SOOOOO cute!  You think I want another puppy?  Who said I want another puppy?

Can’t Thank Him Enough

Thank You Lord For Saving My Soul
Thank You Lord for saving my soul,
Thank You Lord for making me whole.
Thank You Lord for giving to me,
Thy great salvation, so rich and free.
Thank You Lord for saving my soul,
Thank You Lord for making me whole.
Thank You Lord for giving to me,
Thy great salvation, so rich and free.
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Thank [...]

Gallops and Goals…

…Horse Camp — 6/29-7/03:
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Sarah, along w/ her cousin Rachel, attended Gallops and Goals Horse Camp all this week.
Of course, Sarah has enjoyed herself immensely!  Here are a few pics for now (believe me, there are dozens more!) :
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Sarah saddling Sugar. Can you see the excitement in Sarah’s face?!
It’s not that noticeable, [...]