The End of July
A pretty cardinal An afternoon rain A beautiful orange “blue moon” I love beautiful birds, summer rain, and the moon coming up over a corn field.
John J Jeffries
Saturday evening, July 25 This meal was to celebrate Roy’s birthday Lydia got to celebrate with us because she was going to spend the next week and a half with Roy and Deb. Tobacco leaf chairs – because John J. Jeffries Restaurant is part of a large complex that used to be a tobacco warehouse […]
Pleasant Surprise
Today, August 14 We were surprised when two of Mother High’s brothers stopped in to visit her this afternoon when we were there. All three live in different areas of Landis Homes. Amos was surprised to find John there when he arrived fifteen minutes later. John (next to Cerwin) will be 100 in December. Amos […]
Highlights of Three Beautiful Days in July
July 22, 23, & 24 How is this for a Wednesday morning highlight – our great-grandson, Anthony, and his aunt, our granddaughter, Lydia? Anthony was here for a short time while his mom (Abby) ran a few errands. These three are cell phone pictures so we could send pictures to his grandma (Diane) in Maine. Love that […]
Evening Sky and Sunset
Tuesday Evening, July 21 It was a beautiful evening to be outside. When I saw the sun beginning to set, I knew I wanted to stay outside a bit longer. I’m glad I live in this beautiful countryside.
Cooking by Lydia & A Helicopter Overhead
Tuesday, July 21 Since Lydia is studying culinary arts, I thought it would be fun if she cooked a meal for us before going to her last work camp for the summer – to Colorado – and then home to Maine. She went shopping for the ingredients she needed. Sautéing garlic Delightful, delicious venison steak, […]
A Day Of Picnics
Sunday, July 19 This is what muggy looks like on a Sunday morning. Sunday, July 19 was one of the warmest, muggiest days we had this summer. We had the Hershey Reunion at the pavilion at lunch time. This reunion is my dad’s siblings and their families. As reunions usually go, this one seems to be […]
Afternoon Rain
Saturday, Afternoon, July 18 After the grandchildren went home from Cousin’s Week, we had a beautiful afternoon shower (we could use one of those rains again). It was a rare sun rain – which means the sun never stopped shining. Then, a short time later, we had a beautiful sunset. I love when it rains […]
Cousin’s Week – Day 6 – Wolf Sanctuary of PA
Saturday Morning, July 18 This is has been in our neighborhood for a long time, but only become a tourist attraction and sanctuary in the past nine years. We have been wanting to take this tour, and this seemed like the time to do it. When I grew up, we knew this as the Darlington farm. From the […]
Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Jordan
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma
Cousin’s Week – Day 5 – Ziplining and Visiting the Nature Center at Refreshing Mountain
Friday Afternoon, July 17 When we were here on Wednesday, I made reservations for Lydia and Diana to go on the zipline course. While I was with the boys – during their archery class – Jana took pictures (with my camera) of Lydia and Diana getting ready for their zipline experience. Instructions Heading toward the starting platform. […]
Cousin’s Week – Day 5 – Nature Discovery Package at Refreshing Mountain
Friday Afternoon, July 17 The boys went on a nature course with a guide while the girls waited to go ziplining. As we walked toward the archery range, he taught them about looking for food while in the woods. He gave them directions and safety tips before they began aiming at targets. It almost looks like this […]
Cousin’s Week – Day 5 – Graystone Ridge Alpacas
Friday Morning, July 17 When looking for local things to do for Cousin’s Week, I came upon this alpaca farm owned by the Longeneckers. I rarely drive on this road, and was not aware there was an alpaca farm so close to Manheim. Donna Longenecker is on the left. It is easy to tell that she loves their alpacas. […]
Cousin’s Week – Day 4 – Sky Zone
Thursday Afternoon, July 16 Before going to Sky Zone, Ian prepared dessert for supper. To jump at Sky Zone, you have to wear their special socks. These are the four who jumped – Lydia, Jesse, Jared, and Ian They were joined by second cousins, Peyton and Baily and their mom Crystal. Crystal’s brother, Ted, (our nephew) […]
Chapel Setup Pictures From Ocala, Florida
Monday, August 3 These pictures were emailed to me yesterday – by Chaplain John Grove. He will be the lead chaplain on this chapel. This picture appears to have been taken from the setup on Saturday – before the missions conference in Lady Lake. Cerwin and Glenn installing a door awning yesterday after taking the chapel to […]
Cousin’s Week – Day 3 – Refreshing Mountain
Wednesday Afternoon and Evening, July 15 Refreshing Mountain is about nine miles from our house, but I haven’t been there for years. On this day we went to swim, and to check out some other activities they offer. We made reservations for a few things on Friday. Jared and Jesse playing a game while waiting […]
Missions Sunday – Lady Lake, Florida
Cerwin sent me these cell phone pictures from yesterday at Tri County Baptist Church. There were lots of visitors to the chapel – before and following the morning and evening missions conference. Chaplain John and Tanya Grove and their boys. Lunch When I learned that Phil Kane attends Tri County Baptist, I asked Cerwin to […]