Spring Break in Atlanta

During the month of March, we were able to hop on a plane and fly to Atlanta to spend a few days with Reece and Stephanie and Syd-O. It was great fun and many laughs were enjoyed. We spent one afternoon taking a Tour of Turner Field (Braves Stadium). The next day was spent at Stone Mountain and then attending the Thrasher's Hockey Game. Stone Mountain was fun--we all enjoyed the Sky Hike (Ropes course) and it was one of our favorite activities. Although the 4-D Movie of Journey to the Center of the Earth was fun and had left the Theater. The Thrasher's played the Detroit Red Wings and lost 6-3. Dave was smiling from ear-to-ear and loved being at the game.

Friends from South Carolina (Archie, Dianne, Jason, Julie, Brantley, Bryson, Leia and Cassidy) came to see us on Saturday, March 21 -- it's always fun to see them and the kids have grown up so much. I don't see myself growing older, until I see the kids that are growing up. I always say that they can grow up, but I'm refusing to grow older. Year after Year, I always turn 29 years old (how many more years can I get away with that!)

Here are pictures of our trip to Atlanta and all the fun we had.

Here we are at Turner Field in the Dugout.

Here is Dave in the Dugout, with the field behind him.


Next stop on the trip: Stone Mountain
Stephanie, Reece, Rylli, Sydney, Heidi, Lindsey, Dave.

After seeing the sight of the Mountain, we decided to try out the SkyHike (ropes course), which turned out to be a blast. We only had time to do one level of the course. Next time, we will have to try the other levels.

Here I am maneuvering my way through the course

Rylli was not going to stand on the ground on this one. There was no way she would miss out on this adventure. Thanks Rylli for encouraging all of us to try the Sky Hike out.


Lindsey was not about to be out done by her little sister, even though she has a fear of heights!

Next stop: Thrasher Game. Even though they lost, we enjoyed the company and the smile on Dave's face could not of been bigger!


Here's the rest of the Gang................

Visitors from Georgia came the middle of February to have fun in the snow. We took them sledding on one of our favorite sledding hills. Rylli and Syd-O are ready for the first run of the day.


Having a 4-wheeler really makes the trek back up the hill easier. Syd-O preferred the back of the 4-wheeler over the sled, after the first couple of runs. (Stephanie, Reece, Ry, Syd-O and Dave).




On your mark, get set, GO! This race between Dave and Reece was just one of the many races that were held. However, someone (Reece, I won't mention any names) decided he wasn't winning enough and had to start running into his competition to slow them down. However, this person (again Reece, I won't mention your name), was disqualified. All in all, a fun time was enjoyed by everyone.

Guess who is going to Spain?

We spent the day saying good-bye to Aaron, who will be spending the next two years in Spain. We are excited for him! I'm not sure who will miss him more, Tyler or Rylli. Who will Tyler sit on to touch the ceiling or who will Rylli hug? Aaron received lots of hugs from Rylli today and she said she was making up for the ones she won't get from him while he is gone. We will all miss his humor and quick comebacks that keeps us laughing at the family parties. But we are excited for the experiences and the people he will come in touch with during the next two years. We love you Aaron & pray for your success and safety as you serve among the people in Spain! We look forward to your letters and e-mails.

Surprise visit by Paula, Nate, Tracy, Christian and Kole made the day even better! However, I'm not sure if Tyler was excited by the surprise he received when this picture was taken or not! However, a great day was had by all.

I Am Now a Blogger!

I can't believe it! I have finally come into the 21st Century. I have become a blogger and hope that by doing this, family and friends from far and near will be able to keep in touch with the happenings at our house. Come back often and see what has been happening in our little corner of the world.