Adoption Workshop

Adoption is so cool. I probably think so because I'm adopted, but besides all that.....so was my sister and my youngest brother. And we turned out awesome! :) (those that know me need not comment) You can't tell it from this picture, (and my sister will hate me) but this is us. We look like misfits (lol) but we are very close and really do love each other deeply! :)

From left to right: Stan, Cathy (the bride), Me and Michael

I say all this to let you know about a workshop at our church. I've not attended one yet, but hope to make this one. I recently "officially" met Aimee' but have known her children for quite some time now through children's church. Just love this family! If you cannot attend this workshop, please just pray for this ministry. Speaking for myself, adoption can be an amazing thing!

"His Heart for Orphans"Embracing orphans around the world with His hands, His words, His love, His heart!
What does God's Word say on adoption? Through "His Heart for Orphans" adoption workshops you will receive a Biblical perspective on adoption along with valuable information on the domestic and international adoption process. You will also meet some amazing children who were adopted into their forever family.Our next Adoption Workshop will be APRIL 26. If you are interested in attending this workshop, please register HERE We look forward to seeing you there! Remember, this is a free workshop! :) If you have any questions, please contact us at ephesians1five@cox.net
Our workshops are free open to anyone.

Bro. Wayne strikes!

We love Brother Wayne! He's such an awesome man in our church and Mike and I think the world of him and his family! We are blessed to call them friends. He asked Mike last week if he knew where he could go and hunt turkeys. (as if?) Then he asked if Mike could take him one day. They set it all up and met this morning before daylight to see what they could find. It didn't take long before Bro. Wayne put the smack down on an East Feliciana gobbler. According to Mike it had a 10" beard with 1-1/8" spurs. Great bird, but the real reward was Mike and Bro. Wayne getting some good quality "man" time together!

They grow up so fast!

Tonight is prom night for Samantha! Oh my, how fast they grow up! Some pics for you all to enjoy. Sam and her friend Jimmy, who is the only guy brave enough to come over when Mike is home. She may have something here.....(notice he waited until AFTER hunting season!) She's so beautiful as always and they left ready for a great prom night with words of wisdom from me....."Have fun!"......"Make good choices!".....that was the only brilliant thing I could come up with...Mike and his baby girl....growing up!

Hey, Wait! That's MY crown!

I should be the one wearing the crown. At least it's in the family. This is my second cousin, Candice Crawford (Miss Missouri 2008). She will be competing for Miss America tonight. We are proud of her!

Awesome Job!

Yeah, Carly! I am so proud of Carly! She made Honor Roll again this 9 weeks by having a 3.6 gpa or higher. She was given her medal at the Honor Roll breakfast this morning. She's so awesome!

It's Baseball Time!

Here we are. That time of year, again! Carly is out for the season from the "re-injury" to her knee. She's really bummed, but still goes and supports her friends (that happen to be on an opposing team!) BUT, my girls played Saturday night and were awesome! They really did an amazing job and we couldn't be more proud. They did not come away with a win, but with the first game under our belts, we are now ready. I do not have pics but should have some next game. CJ played today. His game on Saturday was rained out, so he played this afternoon and really did well. His team won and they were so excited. Here are highlights from his game....

CJ's first run scored. He decided to go big and slide...trip...fall?...


CJ's next run scored he remembered how hard the ground was and just decided to play it safe. But was he? He actually jumps over home plate and never touches it!

This picture is of CJ discussing a situation with the umpire, Mr. Rico. You see, it seems that the catchers mask makes it to where CJ can't see his arms, therefore, he tells Mr. Rico that he can't catch the ball because he doesn't know where his arms are....That one had the whole crowd wondering who's kid that is!

P-Finders

So, Carly gets a phone call from Ashley late Tuesday (head of the worship team for PathFinders) and Ashley's needing some help. It seems that Ashley has some important school work to do and would not be able to make it on Wednesday night! So she calls Carly to fill in for her! How exciting!?! I mean, Carly sings with the School of Rock band all the time, but this would be different. The adult band! WOW!

It just so happened that I had to sing at Highland, so I was not there to hear them but heard from a dear friend that it was AWESOME! So anyone that was there, if you have pictures or comments, I would love to see them!