Sunday, December 21, 2008

A Break from the Real World

Matt had to go to New Orleans for work and I tagged along. It was a great break from reality.(However, reality has given me a slap in the face since we returned) Matt had to work a couple days and then we played for a couple days. So many things to do and see. So much great food! (I won't be stepping on the scale anytime soon.) What an interesting city.


This was part of our Hotel lobby. I thought these trees were just gorgeous.
Jackson Square. In the background is St. Louis Cathedral.

We loved this piano bar. The musical talent in the city was amazing. Such great live music everywhere.
We met Toby and Lisa at a bar on the last night we were there. They were visiting from England. They were on their Honeymoon for the next 6 MONTHS! The trip will take them across the U.S. to Mexico and then through Latin America. The only deadline they had was to be in Las Vegas in time for New Years Eve to meet her family for the weekend. What an adventure!! I had a hard time being away for 5 days let alone 6 months.

A Savior is born!

Last weekend the kids had their Christmas Program at church. They all did a wonderful job. Emma and Bennett's hard work on memorizing their verses really paid off. They did great!

Monday, December 8, 2008

FYI - Manhattan Friends

Just in case you haven't seen the ad in the paper or heard the radio ads..... Our church is holding our annual Christmas for Kids. My kids look forward to it every year. Lots of fun crafts, singing, & cookies to decorate. Your kids will have a great time and you have a chance to get some Christmas shopping done or just sit at home and relax for that matter. And it is FREE! If you are interested here is the link to register. http://www.manhattanhope.com/christmasforkids.html

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Our Angel.....

Bennett had his Pre-School Christmas program last night. He did such a wonderful job! So fun to see children share the wonderful news of Christ's birth with such energy and joy!
Bennett made this centerpiece for the reception tables after his program. I think he looks pretty sweet as an angel. However, funny how even holding a picture of himself as an angel didn't keep him from acting goofy for the pictures.

His big sister was especially proud of her little brother. She leaned over to me during the program and said "Mom, I can hear Bennett. He really knows his songs "