This past week we were able to get away for a few days of R&R on vacation. We went to Branson and spent some time swimming, mini-golfing, reading, boating, and tubing on Table Rock Lake. It’s hard to beat time out on the water…especially when it’s so hot outside. The kids took turns on the...
A few days ago, I ground some coffee beans, loaded up the coffee maker and hit the button to start my brew. One of my favorite times of the day is when I pour a fresh cup of coffee and take it out on the front porch to spend some time with the Lord. I...
For the past few days, many of the youth and young adults from New Life have been serving our city. They have partnered to serve the homeless, played sports with refugees, shared their faith with various people, hosted a carnival for kids, and have had plenty of time for growth and community building together. They...
A few weeks ago, the boys and I were driving to Dallas, TX. We finished up a few projects around the house, packed the car and took off. It was hot outside and cool in the car…which had more to do with the AC than the passengers 😊. We were headed south, and within a...
Over the past two weeks, our family has driven more than 4,000 miles and been in every time zone in America. Leigh-Ann and the girls were in Seattle for a soccer tournament where Sophia’s team took 3rd in the nation. Congrats! Meanwhile, the boys and I left for Dallas, TX for a tournament for Dallas....
This past week, the girls have been out of town on a trip and so it has been just the “boys.” We are doing well, but we certainly miss the “girls.” On Tuesday, they left early in the morning and so I decided to stop home mid-morning unannounced to check in on the guys. To...
