Rest in the Lord and be willing to wait for Him. Psalm 37:7 (NLV)
Monday Morning, October 19 Our first frost Our first cold morning created a thin layer of ice in the bird bath. The fields where corn had recently been harvested were also frosted with white. The leaves on our bushes also showed signs of the light frost. Cerwin had to scrape the pickup truck windows before going to […]
Saturday, October 17Peyton and Bailey are our great-nieces (Jakey and Crystal’s daughters). I love their new (to them) kids table and chairs. They were definitely designed by skilled craftsmen. The tiger’s feet Crystal and her mom did a great job in making a delicious lunch. Every kid’s party needs mac and cheese. The birthday cake Delicious […]
Sunday, October 11 Our prayer team was here for lunch – then an informal meeting where several staff members shared an update on their part of the TFC ministry. We invited Jeff and Ruth Martin as guests, so the team could meet them and hear about Ruth’s work as Administrative Assistant in the Office of Chaplains. […]
Saturday, October 10 We were out of the house by 4:00 AM so we could have the International Chapel to Menges Diner by 6:00 AM. Some people think we move each of our chapels. However, this is the only one that is used as a mobile rig. ~~~ Maybe this would be a good time to […]
Friday Evening, October 9 Shortly after 4:30 PM we heard wind and saw leaves blowing everywhere. I was concerned that our trees were going to loose all their leaves before the beautiful fall colors arrived. But you will notice in future posts that we still had plenty of leaves during the height of autumn colors. It […]
Saturday, September 26 Opening devotions on Saturday morning with Glenn Martin. This hand-carved robin brought $2,100.00. The titmouse sold for $1,750.00 Reflection in a wall mirror. One of the auctioneers noticed Jolenne Haller knitting hats as she watched the auction, and asked what she does with the hats. She said, “I give them away.” He […]
Saturday, September 26 Quilts ready for auction. These two always make the quilt auction interesting with their creative clothing. Last year it was crazy hats. This wall hanging was sold at the heifer auction, then given back to be sold at the quilt auction.
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 A second sampling of quilts at BDRA for those who like to see quilts. More quilts in my next post.
We love you! Daddy and Mother
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 I took hundreds of picture of the quilts, so I will give you just a sampling tonight. More quilts tomorrow night.
Saturday, September 26 John and Gordon at the registration table on Friday. John asked if I would photograph the race on Saturday morning. I got there about 7:30. Post race snacks. Gathering for the race Returning from checking out the trail. 7:58 AM – prayer before the race. Ready, set, go! This group walked The 1st […]
Friday, September 25 & Saturday, September 26 His woodcrafting amazes me I never thought about using my old grater for a lighted decoration. These violets are beautiful. I always enjoy seeing the Groff family crafts. Ricki Light’s soap These are soap covers – meaning you have a wash cloth and soap all in one.
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 The barrel train ran into the evening on Friday.
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 ~~~ Produce ~~~ ~~~ Plants ~~~ Mim (left) always has a beautiful display of plants at this event. ~~~ Candy ~~~ ~~~ Baked Goods ~~~ ~~~ Donuts ~~~ These donuts are made on site by Amish entrepreneurs. ~~~ Outside Food ~~~ Food was still popular after dark.
Friday, September 25 & Saturday, September 26 No words needed for this amazing artist.
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 Getting auction numbers Blood Drive Free pretzels – if you promise to put your coins in the container for the next year. (Bills accepted too.) 🙂 The area where you can learn about Brethren Disaster Ministries Information Pole Barn Auction Doran’s contribution is pot holders. Prior to auction day, […]