A Wonderful Weekend

This past weekend we went to visit a family we recently met at a conference. They are so sweet. Tim is apprenticing with the father and he has been enjoying it very much. On Saturday we arrived at their lovely home around noon and spent the day getting to know each other better. The children are absolutely adorable and eventually warmed up to our family. On Sunday morning our family worshiped with them at their church. A meal was provided by the church before we made our way back home. Tim is still with them and will be coming home on Saturday. We miss him very much, but we know he is learning amazing skills that will help him in the future. However we didn't take many pictures, but we did get a few at church. To sum it all up we had a wonderful weekend and we enjoyed getting to visit with such a godly family. Here are some pictures...

Surrounded by the beauty of the mountains

Tim and Mr. Miller

The two lovely little ladies
~Audrey and Chloe~

The younger boys
Tyler, Joel, Ian, and Noah

Dad and Joel

Since it was grandma's last day we
had to take a picture of Tim and Grandma.

The girls in their beautiful cloaks.
Thank you all for your gracious hospitality,
we had a lovely time.

A Trip to New York

The cars are loaded and were ready to go.

Christa and Sarah


Luggage...

The view of the airport from the highway

Almost there

The unpacking begins

Sarah

It is hard to say goodbye

Aww

The time went by too quickly

Mom and Mrs. Bisbee

Weighing the luggage

Mom and Christine waited around while the

Bisbees were weighing their bags just in case it was

overweight.

Thankfully nothing was.

Chillin' out with the carry-ons

We'll miss you all!!

God be with you till we meet again.

The Long Awaited Day Arrives!!

This past week we celebrated mom and dad's birthday. Since
mom was going to be turning 50, dad wanted to
have a surprise party for her. Everything was kind
of coming together, but some things were still up in the air.
Dad invited a couple families. He wanted to keep it small so
someone could host it at their home. So the week arrived
and we didn't know where it was going to be, but the Lord was
gracious to us and our good friends the Tavares' held the
entire party at their home and everyone brought a dish to
share. It turned out that the party was on mom's actual
birthday so she kind of suspected something, but dad
planned the whole thing and us kids called everyone up
and told them to make it for him too; since his birthday is only
two day after. The plans were made and I think everyone
enjoyed their time.
Here are some pictures from the day!!

Anticipating the arrival of Mom and Dad
~Zoe looks like she's getting a little worried~

Where could they be?

Camera's flashing and the party hasn't even
started yet!

Looks like someone is sleepy

They finally arrived and are welcomed by an
unexpected group of wonderful friends.


Guess who?
Ben's Art

Mom and Mrs. Mello

Gathering around to observe the amazing cake
that Mrs. Mello and Stephanie made.

Hannah and Lilya playing with their dolls

Opening gifts

Someone's a little excited

Zoe giving her doll kisses

Felicity, Jillian, and Chariti

Dinner

Art

A close up on the cake

Instead of putting 105 candles on the cake,
they put one big candle.

Blowing out the candle

Taking apart the beautiful cake:(


Enjoying their cake!!

I think the camera took them by surprise.

Mother and Daughter

Gathering around to watch a slide show that
us kids put together for mom and dad.

Song time

What a cutie!!

I will sing of the mercies of the Lord forever;
with my mouth will I make known
Your faithfulness to all generations.

Psalm 89:1

Everyone had a great time singing songs

~I'll Fly Away~

Our dear Mother's Mother

Mom and our hostess

Getting ready to leave
~
Thank you all so much for making the day
so special for mom and dad. They were so
blessed. We are so thankful the Lord has allowed
us to get to know you all better
through the years.

Happy Birthday mom and dad!!