The First Sunday!

We had a very nice Sunday today with Tim and Ruth and the kids! Everyone was thrilled to have them here and enjoyed their sharing time during SS. We had a special meal of shish-kabobs and then crepes for dessert. Micaiah and Miriam both did great.

They are here ;-)

Here are a few shots of the big day (long day for them!). They were able to see Bob and Jennie and kids and were met in Bordeaux by two bordeaux fans. We did take pictures but my little boy accidentally erased them :-) Anyway, we are glad they are here and are enjoying them immensely.

Another quick visit with Dan

Last night Dan came to our house. We were glad to see him one more time before he left. This was taken early this morning right before he left to the airport. Stefan was still a little sleepy, but not too sleepy to give some snuggles.

Last Few Days in USA!

I thought you might enjoy some "parting" shots.
Click here for photos of a farewell lunch for Ruth.

Saying goodbye.

Some final shots. Miriam and her new doll who was quickly named Emily.

Monday evening we had dinner with Uncle Steve and Aunt Donna, Amber and Josh, and Sam. We had a nice time with them!

Monday morning some men came to help load the trailer and transport belongings to Hampton Park. They will be shipped out this Monday and will arrive in France on July 23rd!

Visit with Dan

Last night we got to go see Dan at his hotel. He is on business about an hour away so we drove there to meet him when he got off of work. We enjoyed dinner together, and then came back and Brian and Stefan enjoyed the pool at the hotel. After getting completely warn out there we went back to Dan's suite and had some ice cream. Thanks, Dan, for a wonderful visit. We really enjoyed seeing you. Brenda, we're still a little bummed that you didn't come, but we're trying to get over it!

FYI

For everyone's FYI: Mom and Dad's phone/internet service is down. They are alive! I got an email from Christy's saying they hoped it would be back today. So far it's not! Just wanted to let you know. Tim and Ruth leave tomorrow AM. Pray that they get everything done today and are able to get some rest tonight. Miriam was running a pretty high fever yesterday. Pray Micaiah and the rest don't get it.

Happy Anniversary!

Eighteen years!! CONGRATULATIONS!!

Tim and Ruth's Commissioning Service

A few shots of the service and lunch.
There were 115 people (by the end!!) in the auditorium and 15 in the nursery, so it was definitely one of our higher attendance Sundays. We seated 84 in the fellowship hall with all children outside--all told about 20 of them! So, the majority stayed for lunch. It was a very nice service. Click here to see more pictures, and here to see the bulletin--if I'm intelligent enough to do that! (The only way I could figure out how to do it was as a JPEG. At least it will give you an idea!)

Some special friends and family who came to show their love and support.
(Obviously this is only a sampling!)

Happy Father's Day!

Visit with the Barnes!

It was great to have Steve and Rowena Barnes with us. We have been in their home several times but this is the first time they have been here at Pessac. Steve preached yesterday and also did the Classe Biblique. I know that everyone really enjoyed having them. When things settled down we talked and talked and talked some more. You will be glad to know that we effectively solved all the problems of the world this morning at 11:14 am sitting around the breakfast table :-) They are are their way back to Paris now. Rachel was here for church but we forgot to get a picture. She took the train home at 3 yesterday.

An even more toothless grin

Micaiah lost his third tooth this morning, this time one of his front two teeth. He's been thoroughly enjoying wiggling it regularly for the last few weeks. Now he's enjoying the new sensation of moving his tongue in and out of the leftover hole.

The Need for Silence

Here is a good article by Al Mohler on children and the need for silence. I think adults need this too.

Baby #3 -- 12 weeks

Here's the newest little Bixby: 12 weeks old and about 2 inches long.
Due date: December 24, 2009
Destination: France!

Hidden Treasures!

Well, the Mother-Daughter Banquet it over. It really went well. There were 35 ladies present and a great ambiance. The theme was fun to work with. The food was yummy (Ando made samosas for the entrée and you can't get much better! I did the main course--honey-dijon pork roast with rice pilaf and carrots) If you want to see pictures, go here.

National Doughnut Day!

Yesterday Krispi Kreme was giving away a doughnut for national doughnut day! Micaiah got a special trip for his bday! (Miriam was napping--I wasn't being mean!) Erin, who had come to help organize yard sale stuff, was also with us, and we met up with Judy who came to pick Erin up. Micaiah had a blast watching the doughnuts roll down the machine--and of course
eating one! Sorry ya'll missed out--ya just need to move south!

Birthday Boy!!

From baby to nearly grown! Have a wonderful 6th birthday, Micaiah!!
It seems like yesterday that you were born and now you're reading and heading to France!
Have a great day, and I'll see you later--can't wait for the party tonight!
What fun!!!

June!

Remember, if you are the donor, no guess you may make!
But today is the first, so your guess I will take!

Featuring: the MEN!

This Little Light of Mine...

Thought you all would enjoy peeking in on part of our nightly routine....