Summin' it up

This was our first day of kindergarden for Brady!! Isn't he cute? The only thing is that, well, you see this shirt? Yeah.... well he thought it would look so much nicer if it just had a nice big whole in it... you know like a big hello, a shout out if you would, to all the homeboys in K-5! Ha, the teacher called me and was s0 upset and worried that I would be angry! I was just happy it was his shirt and not anybody else's he was inspired to design.

Here is our little princess entering into second grade. "Dad uh not here, you promised no kisses or hugs by anyone who will remotely remember this oh so special moment" The entire time she was like okay ..uh you can go now! Funny! She is really doing well and adjusting to her new school. Thanks for all the prayers.

"Peace out my brothers" Justin rollin' and kickin' it with the fuzzy, blue hat. Yep that's all I can say about that! But tell me the truth, the dimple on the chin.. isn't it adorable? Justin also is doing very well in school. We just got our first progress report... and all A's.

And this... is Riley and his dad Tim. Doesn't he need to be in commercials? (Riley that is, Tim we love you but, well you know). These are our friends that took us to Silver Dollar City in Branson on Labor Day! The kids had such a blast it was nice to get to know them and their family. Lori, Riley's mom went to school with Andy and I at Clearwater Christian College. Super nice people with super nice kids!

The kids all had a wicked cool time riding almost all the rides! They have three kids all about the same age as our kids. Now we know of a hot spot to take you when you come up and visit.

You can bearly make out Justin and Taylor riding one of the roller coaster. It was their third time!! That's what was really cool about this park vs Disney... hardly any waiting and the rides are really great!

And here is the crew. Caleb, Justin, Brady, Madi,Taylor and Riley in the front doing some sort of wild chicken dance! It was a fun day! Thanks to Tim and Lori.

I'd like to make special mention...This thursday is my mom's birthday. She has been a great example to me, of what a strong woman is. She is a woman with character and integrity. Her life has not been an easy one. I have seen her struggle and wrestle with some of life's hardest blows and all the while resolving to never give up, to never stop fighting. Thank you mom for being a faithful friend, for always believing and standing by my side. Thanks for teaching me that when life gives you lemons... well, Amy make some lemonade. As I am writing this, a verse comes to my mind. That even though life is hard at times, God does have a purpose and a plan. This is our hope. Thank you Jesus for my faith. Mom I'm thinking of you this week. I love you. Happy birthweek!

Romans 8:28

And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those

that love Him and are called according to His Purpose