The "Big" Party

On June's birthday, we had a small, family celebration and waited awhile to have the "big" party until Matt's work schedule cleared and viruses were overcome.

June started her evening by having a "primping party" with Matt and Clare's friend, Sarah.  She had her nails done, and a little bit of makeup applied.  She came to her party in a beautiful dress and a very grownup mood (we later discovered that her subdued demeanor was tempered by a 100.4 fever).  At first, we thought she was being demur and reflective.  Poor dear.

But she had a great time....and looked great too.  (Zoom in on those fingernails.  They are light blue with white dots). 

We played pin the facial features on the pumpkin, decorated small pumpkins and treat bags, and found treat surprises hidden in the house. 

By the time the camera battery died, June blew out the candles on her pink cupcakes (cupcakes by Poppy), opened her gifts, and was ready to go home. 

Putting on Pawshie's and Gigi's Ring

Her friends Caleb and Cameron were real gentlemen and we all had a good time together.  June is now a big four year old girl, ready for her fifth birthday and her cake order is already in...a yellow cake with rainbows.

Trains, Planes and Automobiles

What's next?  A boat ride perhaps.  Or a camel ride?

Trains have long fascinated June and Christa.  A few weekends ago, I had to drop off a painting at the Ralph Foster Museum outside of Branson for their White River Painting Exhibit.  We decided to make a day of it--playing on the grounds of the College of the Ozarks,

having lunch and riding the Branson Scenic Railway. 

Our ride was a surprise and they enjoyed it...for the first 15 minutes.

So, we got creative.  And played games.  And walked the hallways.  And sometimes looked out the window. 

We made funny faces.

And enjoyed being together as a family.



Who Knew Leaf-Raking Could Be So Much Fun

Back to Business

Halloween Day and for the first few days of November, I visited the great state of Florida for a conference.

Conference ... terrific
Beach ... absolutely wonderful

I've never met anyone who doesn't love the beach and the soul-restoration work that it performs. 

What do you think?

Halloween Angels

We Had So Much Fun!

The Sunday before Halloween, our church held a "Trunk Or Treat" event, hosted by the Youth Group and Sunday School classes. 

Guess who had the most fun?