Happy Birthday Lukas & Courtney

Our little valentine, Lukas, turned 7, on Valentine's day. His friend Courtney, turned 7 on the 13th, thus we thought we'd join forces one last time, before boys and girls catch cooties. We celebrated, with 40 ankle biters (I call them that with all the love in my heart for them) and about 30 of their parents...have you ever seen such a crowd for two kids that turned "7"???

Lukas & Courtney had a BLAST, and planning this at our house w/the Lotz family was extra special.

Before the party...Seven Birthday Kisses from Momma...always a must!!!

Hostesses Georg & Jenny

The Guests of Honor...Courtney & Lukas blow out the candles

YUMMY CUPCAKES for 40!

Our 'Bouncer'...on bouncer duty!

Party Animals! What kind of Mexican would I be without a pinata??? Lukas & CourtneyChris shakes out the rest!

Candy diving!

The best thing about having a party this large is the fellowship with all our friends too!

We are grateful for our church famly... we love you all so much!

Chrisie, me, Julie

Sharon & Brenna

Andrea & Yvette

Kristen, me & Ashley

Caleb & his daddy Mike!

Doug, Michelle & Paul

Ashley, Julie, & Kristen

Amy, Kristina, and JennyI do believe Nathan's words were..."this better NOT make facebook"

I kept my word Nathan...this is NOT on facebook...snicker snicker

ACORNS TO OAKS

The Childrens & Jr. Choirs at church put on a 40 minute musical this winter called Acorns to Oaks. It tells a story of how one can only grow in Christ and Christ alone. Wyatt landed the part of an invention, that's right, you read it right, he played the part of an invention. He was a "ROBO-SCARECROW". I want to download the video but can't figure it out, so when I do I'll add it to the pictures. It was a great opportunity for an outreach to our community, we had a great turn out, and all the kids had a fun.

Lukas

Wyatt

Stage hands Sarah & Lauren

Jeanne & me

Master Kathy & her servant (me)

Wyatt plays a ROBO-SCARECROW that malfunctions...very cute & funny.
He did a wonderful job!

Just hanging out...

There are two things Lukas loves...his Bible homework & puzzels...here he is...doing his thing...

AWANA...w/Heidi

Heidi and I helped out a AWANA one night while all TMC students were on break.

AWANA is a program for kids that help them to memorize scriptures.

It stands for Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed 2 Timothy 2:15.

The kids love going EVERY week, it's something they look forward to.

Dinner & Movie w/the Cunningham's

We went on a double date with Nathan & Julie Cunningham.

Thanks to Claudia, the best babysitter EVER, we got this silly picture of us.

Here's Claudia with all five kids, Luke, Emma, Savanah, Wyatt & Lukas

CHRISTmas with the Ratliffs

Our annual CHRISTmas celebration with the Ratliff's was as wonderful as ever! Craig & Kathy are two of our dearest friends. We value their friendship and cherish the time we spend with them. They are planning a move to Cookeville, Tennessee in a few years. (I'm choosing to be in denial until it happens) They've purchased property, and to be honest, Chris and I have looked at some houses there in the heart of Cookeville, TN...just in case we decide to join them...I can't imagine not having them in our lives!

A Day at the Zoo

After celebrating CHRISTmas, we thought we'd enjoy a wonderful day at the zoo. While Grandma & Grandpa rode the tram...we walked the whole zoo...it was a great day, not too hot...not to cold.

Merry CHRISTmas!

We were honored to have our neice Angela & her husband Ben spend CHRISTmas with us this year. They came all the way from Grand Forks, North Dakota...they are wonderful guests and we can NOT wait for their next visit.

Wyatt's Birthday Party

Wyatt's birthday is on CHRISTmas Eve...thus we always have his party early in December...he invited 4 of his friends and had pizza, cake, movie & a sleep over...no one slept, I WAS TIRED!

CHRISTmas Concert (Children's Choir)

Wyatt & Lukas are both in the children's choir at church (PLACERITA BAPTIST CHURCH). They work really hard to learn the songs and stand still while singing...with standing still being the biggest challenge!

Before the concert

Both boys are actually singing...yipee!!!

Lukas smiling instead of singing (that's him...wakes up happy)

Lukas & Molli...and Tyler sneaking in on the photo op...

Still My Birthday

My oldest (time wise...not in age) and dearest friend always takes me out on my birthday. She always makes my day extra special...we do breakfast, shop, lunch, shop, then dinner...we went to the Americana on Brand this year...on my actual birthday...where they had the largest real tree I have ever seen decorated!!! It was taller than the one at Rockefeller Center in New York.

Once again, I spent a lovely day with a wonderful friend. Thank you Kathy, for always making my day so special! I LOVE YOU!

Happy Birthday to Me & Merry CHRISTmas to all!

Every year, my dearest girlfriends and I get together to celebrate our birthday's. Since my birthday is in December we always celebrate CHRISTmas together then too. This year I picked Claim Jumper for dinner and we all had a really nice time opening presents and visiting. I love these women very much, and this time together is very precious to me. Thank you ladies for more wonderful memories. LOVE YA!

Karate Promotion December 2008

Our boys were promoted in their Home School Karate class this December...they went from yellow belts to yellow w/a black stripe.

Thanksgiving 2008

We were blessed to spend Thanksgiving with my sister Eva and her family...we had a wonderful time and wonderful food! Ronnie and Eva...you both always do such a great job!