Recognition SundayLast Sunday our troop took part in a Youth service at the church we meet at on Monday nights. We wanted to make sure to tell the church that we appreciated them for allowing us to use the facility and to show honor for what our troops stand for. Eli and … [Read more...] about Recognition Sunday
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Autumn Birthday Time
Out of our family of 6, we have 4 summer birthdays. Fairly close together. Beginning with Cameo in May, Carlie Jean in July, Abram and Shannon in August. Then we have a little break until October, and Elijah and I have a birthday one week apart. His actual due date was a day … [Read more...] about Autumn Birthday Time
I *heart* Monday
Mondays for most people are dreaded and un-friendly days... a day that summons the new week, that means, work, and the daily grind begins again after a weekend of fun. I don't really feel this way about Mondays. I enjoy them. To me, it begins a new week full of … [Read more...] about I *heart* Monday
Field Trip to the Nina and Pinta
Last week we were blessed to get to go on a field trip to Guntersville, AL to visit replicas of the Niña and Pinta! The last time we went to see these, Abram was smaller than our little cousin who went with us. So about 11 years ago! They are really beautiful ships, it's … [Read more...] about Field Trip to the Nina and Pinta
While the boys were away…
While the boys were away this weekend camping with our Trail Life group (more on that tomorrow) Carlie Jean and I had some time to ourselves. I wanted to make our time fun, but also useful. We talked and looked through her American Heritage Girls book to find some badges that she … [Read more...] about While the boys were away…