Monday, June 22, 2009

Dora the Explorer and Father's Day!

Yesterday, I went with Marla, Kristyl, Kaeden, Caitlyn and Kamden to see Dora the Explorer at the old Palace Theater. We had fun and we grown ups were louder than the little ones! Are you suprised? No, I didn't think so. We went swimming after the play at the Moloney's neighborhood pool. There is nothing more satisfying than to see your children being such good parents to their children. Mike and Marla are such wonderful hosts!

Kaeden informed me that he has won 18 games (including the one his team played against the dads') and only lost 2.

Caityln is insisting on a sleep over, at her house this time! Me thinks she thinks I am a child!! Her little purple rug, although inviting, may break Nana's back. Her little white bed, although charming, would be a smidgeon to small!! But I must admit I always have a good time at her house!

We took Dad and Mom to eat at the Roadhouse for Father's Day and then we played cards....the women won.....again!!

It is a beautiful day in Lancaster. We are going on our daily bike ride. Lancaster's bike trail rocks!!

Have a blessed day..

Friday, June 19, 2009

Thankful

I am sitting in my studio which overlooks a valley of trees listening to the birds and just feeling at peace. It may not happen often,this feeling, but I cherish it when it does. God is good and I am thankful for His creation!
Yesterday Ashley came by. She is so intelligent and stimulating to talk to. We discussed the year 2012 and all the things that are being forecast. I told her to place her trust in Jesus. He alone has the power to save. I am thankful for His loving mercies and the children He has given me.
I have been so busy with Convention teaching preparations...720 sheets to print, 72 tin pieces to basecoat..what fun. In the midst of this I am getting the equipment to video classes online for a paint company...anyone know anything about shooting video? I am thankful that He has given us sound minds!

Monday, June 15, 2009

In the News

Friday afternoon I went to Art & Clay to keep an eye on the babies so that Kaeden, Kristyl and his best bud Kam could paint a memory. A photographer from the Lancaster Eagle Gazette was there and shot a pic of the group of them painting...it is in the Sunday paper! We later went to "Uncle Al's" to have hot dogs! It was a fun time.

That evening Tim and I went with the Moloney's to their neighborhood Street Fair sponsored by a local radio station. It was a hoot! Caitlyn went home with us and spent the night. We watched Peter Pan! and ate timbits!!

Saturday, Kaeden's baseball team won the Championship!!! How cool is that?

Tim and I went to Friendship Indiana on Saturday...that is another story!!

Today my video camera is being delivered!! I also found out that Brad, our sound man for our Praise Team, does video taping....I am going to pick his brain for tips...look out Brad!!

Sunday, June 7, 2009

A Visit from NC


God is for you!

by Max Lucado
If your God is Mighty enough to ignite the sun, could it be that He is mighty enough to light your path? God is for you. Not “may be,” not “has been,” not “was,” not “would be,” but “God is!” He is for you. Today. At this hour. At this minute. As you read this sentence. No need to wait in line or come back tomorrow. He is with you. He could not be closer than he is at this second. His loyalty won’t increase if you are better nor lessen if you are worse. He is for you.
God is for you. Turn to the sidelines; that’s God cheering your run. Look past the finish line; that’s God applauding your steps. Listen for him in the bleachers, shouting your name. Too tired to continue? He’ll carry you. Too discouraged to fight? He’s picking you up. God is for you.God is for you. Had he a calendar, your birthday would be circled. If he drove a car, your name would be on his bumper. If there’s a tree in heaven, he’s carved your name in the bark. We know he has a tattoo, and we know what it says. “I have written your name on my hand,” he declares (Isa. 49:16).

Monday, June 1, 2009

Kaeden's field trip to Lake Hope


Peter Pan

Yesterday Marla, Caitlyn, Kamden and I went to see the play "Peter Pan". The girls were so attentive. Afterwards, I got to be Peter Pan, while Cait was Wendy and Kami was Tinker Bell. Tim and Ciarnan spent the time while we were gone walking the streets and talking to the neighbor's dog! When Ciarnan made it known (in sign language) that he wanted something to eat... Poo said, "What" to which Ciarnan replied (as clear as a bell }"Apple Juice". It shocked Tim speechless!! Caitlyn decided her new favorite color is Orange. God only knows what Kamden thinks of us, she just looks at us like we are all crazy!! Family is such a gift!!

Fulton's Summer