August 25, A Beautiful Day!

Another week has zoomed by...wow! Today it is georgous, weatherwise, so the lawn is calling Benny for a trim and I wonder what projects I'll tackle...so many to choose from, ha!! Preparing for two Bible classes keeps me on target, but oh, so enjoyable. They are Adult SS (O. T.- Moses) and Wed. night study, I Peter).

We have a new family member, Whiskers. He appeared last week under the Willow tree in the front yard. He's so little, almost a newborn. So...we're enjoying a deck kitty who loves us and our milk. Surprizing how two old foggies like us can enjoy a little intruder.

Saturday, 22 from the church attended a Cardinal's game in Springfield. Great fun for all and they even won. There is a happy spirit at the church and we are grateful.

Attendance Sunday continues to grow and we are seeing new faces and kids which is a plus. Now we have to work on curriculum for children, which I have, but haven't got it going yet. The kids love Benny's children's story...he always could entertain with those big eyes, haha!

Looking forward to Ron and Lois Ingersoll's visit Friday-Tuesday. We have had such great times togther and so many memories to share over the last 5 decades. Branson is even calling.

Have a super week...be sure to laugh alot, and smile more...Blessings.

Installation Day At Seymour

Yesterday, August 16, was a special day as Benny was installed by Mike Weinman, Area Minister, as part time minister at Seymour Christian. The church was full, (the biggest attendance since we have been here). Great enthusiasm continued during our wonderful ham and pot-luck dinner.

Benjie, Kathy, Julie, Jessie, and Mikey came late because they couldn't find the church...(population 2,000, Seymour). They were escorted by a policewoman (Benjie said, "It was the first time I followed a police car rather than a police car following me, hah). Steve and Catherine were late because they had to be at Gateway for his drum playing. We were thrilled they arrived, better late than never, ha! They all came out to the house and we had a rip-roaring game of Liverpool Rummy...Julie won, Grandma came in second...what a delight for Julie!

Next Saturday is Christian Church night at the Springfield Cardinal Game. We have 28 going from Seymour. We'll be car pooling so should be a fun evening.

A new week, new opportunities, new challenges...only God knows but will tell us soon. Have a great week! Don't forget to smile, laugh, and pray. Blessings...

HI Bokie from Snoquami Falls

Greetings from Snoquami Falls!

Mid-August Happenings...

Sunday Church began with Elaine teaching the Adult S. S. Class. That is always fun. Then the worship service, another challenge for me, with the antique organ, ha! We had planned to have a bulletin, but the printer and Boling skill, wouldn't cooperate so it will be next week's joy. It was a problem for BB...Mr. Perfection! We are using some praise choruses (new for Seymour Christian) that were printed in the bulletin (we didn't have) so we had to wing it. People followed with contagious chuckles. After service everyone lingered chatting...old home week...fun! Next Sunday is Instalation plus a pot-luck dinner - should be a great meal with these awesome country cooks.

Benjie, Kathy and gang came out for dinner. They shared their Boise vacation highlights. We had a great afternoon attacking many activities...Lincoln logs, basketball, computer upgrade (thanks Danny) moving bookcases from the barn (thanks Benjie) and lots of visiting. We are still working on getting the garage treasures inspected and books unloaded from boxes. What a challenge!!

Well, a new week is here and we are ready for some new challenges and joys, how about you?

Hope this week is one of your best, God is good, all the time. Don't forget to smile and pray.

August Is Here!

After the cool July, August has zoomed in with heat and humidity. High 90 degrees all this week is the forcast so we'll enjoy the air-conditioning. hah!

YTB (Your Travel Biz) Convention in St. Louis was inspiring and huge. We attended two days and stayed with our good friend, Delma Mallett, in Troy enjoying great hospitality and good visiting. Over 40 from the Springfield Vanguard Group attended. We arrived home Saturday night about 11:00 after a road trip of great conversation and music.

Church went well Sunday with more visitors. It was a good day! Had to make a hospital call in Springfield so ended up having ice cream with Steve and Catherine...a bonus.

A new week has begun and it is hard to believe August is here already. Time goes so fast. All the family seem busy, happy, and well. Deb is looking forward to finishing her Japanese Exchange Program. Her family will be glad too, I imagine. Paul had a fight with a hornet's nest and lost. Church is going great for he and David. Steve continues to work hard and baby Abe Lincoln, the Boxer. Benjie and family had a great vacation in Boise. Benny continues to improve and enjoys his new pastorate, Seymour First Christian. We are studying our calendar to see how soon we can see all our kids, grandkids, and friends. God is good...keep happy and pray much.