A collection of random events around here…

For our nephew’s birthday, Kenny ordered some lights to make Luke’s already very cool bed, even better.  

After spending time with his cousin, Ryland, James decided to try painting a pair of old tennis shoes.  Ryland designs and paints custom tennis shoes for various clients and James really enjoyed talking with him about his process and technique.  

Our church celebrated its 50th anniversary this year.  The actual anniversary date was in February, but we celebrated as a church in September.  We had a huge service and all participated in some way.  The boys greeted, Anna sang in the kid’s choir, and I played keys.  It was a wonderful morning! 

Brownie Pie!  A delicious idea!  From Joanna Gaines’ first cookbook, Magnolia Table. 

Grandma Mary Jo’s birthday!

James had some friends over for a video game day.  The two brothers in the middle have just moved away so we sent them off with a hangout day.  Video games, pizza, soda, and candy.  We’re discovering a trend with Jr. High kids – junk food is part of every hangout.  And we’re ok with that if it means our kids and their friends want to hang out at our house.  

 Headed out for dinner to celebrate our 18th anniversary! 

Our ballerina is constantly dancing.  She’s about a month into Nutcracker rehearsals and just signed up to audition for her school’s talent show at the end of the month.  She planned the music, choreographed her ballet dance, and has been working hard on it.