Our Family just finished a special night at Buca Di Beppo in Jacksonville Florida. being that we live in Mena, Arkansas, we don't have a Buca in our home town, so it is a pretty special privilege to get to visit one. Jen and I had been to Buca in Nashville prior to tonight, but the kids had never been. We had called ahead and reserved the table in the Kitchen, just perfect for our family. You actually sit in the kitchen and watch the wait staff and chefs work. Our server was great and the chefs were fantastic. They chatted with the whole family through the meal. They even cooked a couple of their favorites for us and gave it to us (added to the obscene amount of food we had already ordered.) To put it short we had a wonderful time and made a great memory. Abby's favorite food in the world is cheesecake; You should have seen her eyes when the huge piece arrived at the table. It was a great memory...one of many.
Monday, March 06, 2006
Florida State Rally in Keystone Heights
This is the third year that we have been priviledged to be in attendance at the Florida CMA State Rally, held at the Salvation Army Campground in Keystone Heights Florida. We always enjoy the facilities and it is one of the kids favorite places to visit. There are always alot of other children to hang with and plenty of things to do. Last year, my cousin Jeremy Henderson, presently in Jacksonville, FL. came to minister to the students, and this year he came back to hang with us. We really had a great time. The kids literally talked his ears off, and I remembered just how much I missed him. The picture is taken outside during the bike games of which we were only spectators. Jeremy wanted to take my bike out for a spin and he was pretty excited about it (enough to forget something important). took my bike for a spin and I think he was really enjoying it until his helmet flew off. (I don't think he was really going that fast.) Anyways, we really had a good time together.
Georgia Aquarium
After a CMA event near Warner Robins Georgia, we took a special day with the family and mom and dad at the Georgia Aquarium. I was absolutely blown away with the scale of this attraction. If you get a chance to go, you should. It really was more than I expected. We all had a great time and the kids especially were wide eyed. I have captured some of the pictures that the boys took on my photo stream (Some of them are pretty unbelievable).
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
New Stage in Youth Activities Building
For the past few weeks we have been working really hard in the new Youth Activities building here on Iron Mountain. While we used the Youth Building at the last Changing of the Colors Rally here in October of last year, it was basically an unfinished metal building. This year the goal is to finish it out. Stage and Sound are first priorities, followed closely by bathrooms, showers, storage and heating and air. Then we will go for an decoration makeover.
We are getting ready to head for Georgia and Florida tomorrow so we have worked some long hours getting everything ready. (I am really excited about having such a large stage...it has always been hard fitting a full band on a little plywood stage under a tent)
We are getting ready to head for Georgia and Florida tomorrow so we have worked some long hours getting everything ready. (I am really excited about having such a large stage...it has always been hard fitting a full band on a little plywood stage under a tent)
Monday, February 20, 2006
New Sideboard and Mirror
Here is a pic of the new sideboard and mirror. Check out our latest pics by clicking the picture.
Kin Thegither
In starting our own family traditions we have hit upon something that really works. We call it Kin Thegither. (Gaelic for "Family Together") During this weekend, (we try to do them twice a year) We just hole up in the house. Cook together, play games, paint, and move all the mattresses into the living room and have a camp out. The point is to spend the time together. It is always a great time and this weekend was the best ever. We worked together Saturday to create the following movie together. We really enjoyed ourselves and will certainly do it again. Check it out and let us know what you think.
One of the greatest things that we get to share with the children is to somehow prod them in their creativity. When we began this movie idea, the ideas and thoughts just really began to flow, it was exciting to watch. Maybe these silly efforts will open their horizons to something like acting or film making or (as Joby says) movie stuntman.
One of the greatest things that we get to share with the children is to somehow prod them in their creativity. When we began this movie idea, the ideas and thoughts just really began to flow, it was exciting to watch. Maybe these silly efforts will open their horizons to something like acting or film making or (as Joby says) movie stuntman.
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Dining Chairs
Well after living in the house for almost a year, we have finally gotten our hands on some chairs for our dining area. We are eagerly expecting the table to join them soon. Right now dinner is a little awkward.
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Kids Playing Outside
It has been very cold here the past few days, but it hasn't stopped the kids from getting out and goofing around. Here is a quick video of some shots that the kids took of themselves.
One of things that is really enjoyable about being a medium sized family is that the children have alot of interaction between themselves across the different ages. Sure they fuss with each other some, but they also take care of each other, make each other laugh and play together. Some of this video cathces some of that. (I edited out all the fighting).
One of things that is really enjoyable about being a medium sized family is that the children have alot of interaction between themselves across the different ages. Sure they fuss with each other some, but they also take care of each other, make each other laugh and play together. Some of this video cathces some of that. (I edited out all the fighting).
Saturday, February 11, 2006
What is playing in my headphones
After not blogging for a while I thought I might share some of the music I have been checking out lately. I have kind of been feeling the whole singer/songwriter thing lately so here they are.
Amos Lee - Amos Lee
- A soul singer with an acoustic guitar?
Trouble - Ray Lamontagne
- this guy sings his guts out. The whole album is simply, chill and very emotional.
In Between Dreams - Jack Johnson
- What can you say about Jack? He can make one acoustic sound like a guitar, bass and drum kit. If Jack were any more laid back, he might be asleep.
Back Home - Clapton
Ultimate Collection - B.B. King
Chaos and Creation in the Backyard - McCartney
- I am a big fan anyway, but this latest studio release from Paul is completely done by himself. Great songwriting and typical McCartney melodies.
The Great Depression - Blindside
- I really want to be able to scream like this.
Amos Lee - Amos Lee
- A soul singer with an acoustic guitar?
Trouble - Ray Lamontagne
- this guy sings his guts out. The whole album is simply, chill and very emotional.
In Between Dreams - Jack Johnson
- What can you say about Jack? He can make one acoustic sound like a guitar, bass and drum kit. If Jack were any more laid back, he might be asleep.
Back Home - Clapton
Ultimate Collection - B.B. King
Chaos and Creation in the Backyard - McCartney
- I am a big fan anyway, but this latest studio release from Paul is completely done by himself. Great songwriting and typical McCartney melodies.
The Great Depression - Blindside
- I really want to be able to scream like this.
Biltmore Estate
During January, Jennifer and I headed to Ashville, NC for a weekend CMA event. It was a wonderful weekend, even though the weather was crazy. We had a great day touring the Biltmore Estate. We also had a chance to hook up with our college buddy, Mark Wills from nearby Greeneville. TN. It was a great, memorable weekend.
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