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Friday, July 10, 2009

STL ZOO

PART TWO
After our good-byes to the Harvs we treated Shea to the St. Louis Zoo.

It was his first trip to a zoo and he absolutely loved it! The day was gorgeous - 75 degrees - and we went early. So, the animals were in complete cooperation and gave us a good show!

We watched a sea lion show. Shea was all smiles. I liked the fountain picture with Marc (despite the misspelling!)

Niki and Maddy didn't miss out on too much this day! Michele Zinnel took them to the Omaha Zoo. We had fun texting each other to see what animals they were looking at the same time. For Shea, of all the rare animals he saw, he still liked the fish the best.

It was a great way to end our almost-week-long-trip-away from Iowa! Both Marc and I are grateful for this time we spent together and with Shea. It's kind-of like we have two sets of families these days - our young ones and old ones. We were so thankful to my parents who stayed with Niki and Maddy while we were away.

I wish I had a video of Shea seeing Niki and Maddy Monday night. He just hugged and kissed and giggled them. It was really sweet. I think we all attacked each other. Our trip was wonderful but our welcome home was even more precious!

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Vacation after campout to STL

PART ONE
After campout last week we took a road detour to Illinois to spend the weekend with the Harvs. We were so glad we did. We had a great time and spent some quality time with all four of them.

As you can see Blake was a big helper and very excited to have house guests. Alexandria (below) was the same! We had lots of parties!

Saturday was a relaxing day. In the evening we attempted to go to fireworks for the 4th of July. The Harvs hometown fireworks were postponed to Sunday but Blake still got to see some from the car in Granite City. Kelly had the kids dressed so cute and festive!

On Sunday we enjoyed more fellowship with the Prince Road group. Tom edified us with lessons on God's Awesome Power. We enjoyed having potluck with everyone and listening to Dave Hartman lead the Sunday afternoon children's class. The time together once again went by quickly.

In the late afternoon/early evening we enjoyed playing with the kids outdoors.

We took in the fireworks Sunday night. It was an absolute riot watching Alexandria and Blake!

We just adore being together with the house of harvs and can't thank them enough for their hospitality. On Monday a.m. we said our good-byes. Shea still talks about Blakee and Lexanria (his pronunciations). It will only be a couple of weeks before we see them again! Yeah!

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Thursday, July 09, 2009

Our daughter, Our Sister!

Tonight (July 8th) Maddy gave us the greatest joy a parent can ever receive - she became our Sister in Christ!
"No greater joy do I have than to see my children Walk in the Truth!" 3rd John 4

As you can imagine, it was rather emotional for all of us.

Maddy picked out her favorite songs for G'pa Lowell to lead:
He Bore It All
Whiter Than Snow
The Lily of the Valley
Something About That Name
Is it Well With Your Soul
I Will Call Upon the Lord
He's My Lord
I've Been Redeemed!

Her dad took her confession and baptized her for the remission of sins.

She had a class full of her favorite sisters and best friends.

And most of her grandparents were there - Great Grandmas Betty and Nora Lee, Great G'pa Carroll (wish I got a photo of the greats together), and grandparents Lowell, Bruce and Suzanne.

We thought a lot of Grandma Pat tonight. We missed her. Lord willing, Maddy will take her first communion on her physical birthday, July 12.

We PRAISE GOD for His plan of eternal salvation!!! We know only God could love her more than we do and we thank Him for His perfect love.

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Tuesday, July 07, 2009

Wrap-Up on Eminence!

Thursday and Friday were great days at camp. The weather was absolutely gorgeous (not too hot, not too cold and no rain!) In the mornings we listened to some really good lessons given by John Lee and Rick Sparks. I enjoyed some one-on-one time with Alexandria and Shea during the first class sessions when Kelly taught. They were pretty good buddies. All of us parents really appreciate LuAnn's good work in helping us out with her infamous kiddie corral!

Another favorite place to hang out was on the swings! It seems like there was always a line full of kids waiting for "underdogs!"

After services Shea had his first opportunity to go to the river. He loved it! He stayed busy the whole time and built a pool for a pond of minnows and crawdaddys. He was thankful to have some good playmates around and we enjoyed visiting with the Harvs and Owens.

After the river we took a little outing to Alley Springs. Shea enjoyed walking the path, seeing ducks and climbing in caves.

In the evening Thursday we enjoyed hearing the Prince Road group sing praises to God at Fellowship Night. Matt later told me Blake was singing his heart out - no wonder they sounded so good!

We are very grateful to this congregation who work so hard to make the Midwest Bible Campout meeting happen. We trust God sees your good works but we want to say THANK YOU!

On Friday as I looked around the crowd I was sad this meeting went so quickly for us. There were many I would have loved to spend more time with. I think the daily attendance averaged 380.

We were glad that so many hung around and spent the night Friday. The Fords and Bratchers were extremely hospitable and treated everyone with a delicious grill-out. We enjoyed fellowship with them all & late night camp out singing.

Shea definitely befriended Corbin and Luke.

Prayerfully there will be many more years to come for Shea, us, and the rest of the House of Herms to attend. We were extremely blessed!

To be continued (our weekend trip to the Harvs and St. Louis zoo)....

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Sorry Niki, Sorry Maddy!

Marc and I were selfish parents and left the older kids home and headed to Eminence as soon as Marc completed teaching summer school on Tuesday.

Despite Maddy's fine attempt to sneak in the trunk, she didn't make it south (both had ballgames through July 3rd. Hopefully it won't conflict in years to come). We really missed them but we didn't let it spoil our fun!

Shea was all smiles to go with us! He/We started the trip with an incredible feat... we went all the way from Carlisle, Iowa to Rolla, MO without stopping!!! Shea slept the entire way. We got a hotel Tuesday night and went the rest of the way on Wednesday. When we got to campground he looked like a pro!

We were sad to see the Anderson's go but were thankful they gave up their lodge room for us!

After morning services we enjoyed going out with them and Kevin. The Ingle clan was there as well. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time catching up with Kevin and Andy's.

Wednesday night...

Marc led songs.

Kristi, Jeff and Dawn just got back from overseas.

LuAnn always had her hands full of adorable grandkids!

The Newlyweds!

Best dressed at the camput - all week!

2020 Bachelor pad.

To be continued (at a more decent hour)!!!......

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