Christmas 2011

Our 2011 Christmas Photo

Jonathan's Panthers and UNC gifts

It was a Packers Christmas for David!

Jacob wrapped in his NCSU Snuggie!

Jacob's 14th Birthday

Jacob as Scrooge in CCA's Christmas Drama

Military Chaplain's Retreat at the Cove

David and I were fortunate to attend a military chaplain's retreat at Billy Graham's Training Center at the Cove. It was in beautiful Asheville, NC. Our speakers were Dr. Richard Blackaby and Dr. Gary Chapman. What a time of renewal and refreshment! It was a fresh encounter with God!

David in our room

The training room

Visit to Grove Park Inn

David and Angel with great friends, Wanda and Fred

Chapel at the Cove

NHS Induction

Jonathan was selected for induction into Hope Christian's National Honor Society.

Halloween 2011

Peter Pan and Captain Hook!

Jonathan as Captain Hook, Chris as the Crocodile, Sam as a Green Bay Tinkerbell and Jacob as Peter Pan

Jonathan in "Skellig"

Jonathan played Michael in his school drama production of Skellig.

Jacob's Masquerade Ball

Jacob's school had a masquerade ball. Jonathan went along, too. David was traveling so Jonathan helped teach Jacob how to tie his tie! It was a proud moment for this mom!

Who is that masked teenager?

Jonathan, Sammy and Jacob

Jonathan helping Jacob tie his tie!

Jonathan's Homecoming Dance

Sophomore Jonathan escorted six Junior girls!

Jacob's 1st Day of 8th Grade

Jacob started his fourth year at Calvary Christian. It's a record for attending the same school 4 years in a row! Quite an accomplishment for a military kid!

Jonathan's 1st Day of 10th Grade

Jonathan started 10th grade at Hope Christian.

Jacob in Pinocchio - Missoula Children's Theater

Jacob starred in Pinocchio, part of Missoula Children's Theater. He was cast as the evil Stomboli. What a fun production!

Lion King Trip with Jacob

Jacob and I took a great trip to Las Vegas to see the Lion King musical. We visited the Hoover Dam and explored the crazy city of Vegas. It was a joy to create such special memories with Jacob.