Happy Fall Y'all!

As with tradition we head to the Pumpkin Patch every year! Ike really took its toll on the pumpkins this year. There were hardly any there and they all looked awful. We took pictures none-the-less and then headed to Kroger to pick out the pumpkin we would carve! Boy was that a cheaper way to go! :) Amazing what you learn when you have to be flexible! :)

We sure miss the changing leaves, but think fall and winter in Houston Rock weather wise! Our little tree out front is starting to change. We take any change in color from green that we can get! :)

"Then the land will yield its harvest, and God, our God, will bless us." Psalm 67:6

May God bless your harvest this season and always!

Wings Over Houston

The annual air show came to town and we were there! We enjoyed it with our friends, the Swiggards. Scott used to fly some of these big planes when he was in the Air force! Boy did my boys think that was cool! It was a beautiful day and we thoroughly enjoyed all the amazing planes. I think Braden was having the most fun shouting out what every plane was doing at every moment. The boys liked Torah Torah Torah, the reenactment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. They didn't understand at all what that actually meant. The highlight was definitely seeing the Thunderbirds, or Funderbirds as Colton would say. Wow!

"But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31

Disney World 10 '08

The Magic of Disney World!

We had an amazing time at Disney World last month! Considering life during Ike recovery we really thought the trip shouldn't happen, but we are so glad it did! It was just what we needed! We drove to Florida and the boys did great! We met my mom there on Sunday and hit the ground running! We did the parks every day from nearly open until nearly close with few stops in between... and that is just how we like it! We travel well with Mom and we all have a great time together! On Monday we did Magic Kingdom, Tuesday Epcot, Wednesday Hollywood Studios, Thursday Animal Kingdom, and Friday Magic Kingdom again! On Thursday my sister, Cassie, her husband, Matt, and their new baby, Griffin, met us there! We surprised Cass for her 30th birthday! We had fun at the Rainforest Cafe and Downtown Disney.

My family LOVES the rides and can't get enough of them. I am the most fearful of them all... Biggest hits with us this trip were Tower of Terror, Dinosaur, Rockin Roller Coaster, Soarin, Small World, Peter Pan, Dumbo, Space Mountain, Test Track, Mission Space, etc... We also LOVE the characters! The awe and wonder in Colton's eyes this time was precious! We had an awesome time reliving our time spent in CA and all our Disney trips there. Disney is where our family is happy! It's our Happy Place! A place where magic happens and treasured memories are made!

Thanks, Mom, for EVERYTHING! Thanks, Cass, for giving us reason to celebrate! Thanks, Tom, for providing a wonderful and needed time away! LETS GO BACK SOON!

"I thank my God every time I remember you." Philippians 1:3

God is in control!

It is hard not to worry about the days ahead. With the economy and an election upon us, times seem uncertain. A friend sent me the following and it put some of my thought and feelings into words. Hope it helps...

10 Predictions, Regardless of Who Wins the Election

1. The Bible will still have the answers.
2. Prayer will still work.
3. The Holy Spirit will still move.
4. God will still inhabit the praises of His people.
5. There will still be God-anointed preaching.
6. There will still be singing of praise to God.
7. God will still pour out blessings upon His people.
8. There will still be room at the Cross.
9. Jesus will still love you.
10. Jesus will still save the lost who come to Him.
ISN'T IT GREAT TO KNOW WHO IS REALLY IN CONTROL?!!

"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Matthew 6:34

A Lunch Date!

Here is Colton and his good friend, Grace, at our 1st Chick-fil-A outing since Ike!

Life is just so much better in the hand of a good friend!

Happy 9th birthday, Andrew!

In the middle of our Ike recovery we took time out to celebrate our favorite 9 year old! He had a few friends over for a Book Party! We had lots of fun making book marks, book bags, building book castles, blind folded building of towers, a fun character name game, and a book exchange. Of course we indulged in pizza, skittles, pretzels, and brownie sundaes! It was the easiest cake this year since Andrew doesn't like cake... we baked a pan of brownies instead!

You are so special, Andrew! God blesses us with you and your many gifts each day! We love you!