Rest in the Lord and be willing to wait for Him. Psalm 37:7 (NLV)
Nate and Abby came for supper on Monday night so Diane could spend more time with Anthony and say goodbye to them before we headed to Maine. Diane giving Anthony a goodbye kiss. Cute feet Cute baby! We were up early Monday morning ~ and left just before sunrise ~ to head for Maine. At the […]
They will be like a tree planted near a stream whose roots spread out toward the water. It has nothing to fear when the heat comes. Its leaves are always green. It has no need to be concerned in a year of drought. It does not stop bearing fruit. Jeremiah 17:7-8 (New English Translation)
We had a family drop-in at our house on Sunday afternoon ~ May 18 ~ so our children and grandchildren could visit with Diane before we took her back to Maine ~ and to take family pictures. Anthony made five generations on Cerwin’s side of the family. Mother High is pleased to have her second great-great-grandchild. On […]
it gives us new life. His teachings last forever, and they give wisdom to ordinary people. Psalm 19:7 (Contemporary English Version)
Saturday evening, May 17 We enjoy this small banquet, because it gives us time to be with a wonderful group of TFC friends and supporters. Maggie blessed us with two beautiful songs. Bunny O’Hare gave a ministry update, thanked them for being faithful to TFC since 1975 ~ that’s 39 years ~ and shared how he challenges our […]
(that contentment which is a sense of inward sufficiency) is great and abundant gain. 1 Timothy 6:6 (Amplified Bible)
Springtime brings so many flowers to our yard that I barely have time to post the pictures. These were in my photo file from a few weeks ago. There are some afternoons when the sky just calls me outside. This was a day our cherry trees were in full blossom. Our tulips looked pretty in the warm evening sun. Our […]
don’t let it slip away. Protect Wisdom, for without her, life isn’t worth living.
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma
Wednesday, May 15 We were delighted that Deb invited us to join her, Diane, Abby, and Nate for the supper she provided at Nate and Abby’s house. Afterwards we took turns holding Anthony. Deb had her new baby along too ~ a groundhog. 🙂 He still needs milk. I think she said he is about […]
don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He’s the one who will keep you on track. Proverbs 3:5-6 (The Message)
Wednesday, May 14 Abby, Anthony, and Diane We are enjoying having our daughter Diane here from Maine as she helps Abby and gets to enjoy her new grandson, Anthony. On Wednesday afternoon she and I enjoyed getting a few groceries, then Cerwin took us out for supper at Brickerville House. My sausage and cabbage soup was delicious. […]
Philippians 1:27 (New International Version)
never hold grudges. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Colossians 3:13 (Living Bible)
Shortly after horns began blaring at 1:30 p.m., the first truck went by us. Our friend Marv Sauder was in the second truck. This clown had an open air ride. Definitely one of the most interesting “rigs” in the convoy. We were the 30th truck – right behind Lapp Electric. I could not find an official […]
Tolerate suffering. Accomplish the good work of an evangelist, and complete the ministry to which you have been called. 2 Timothy 4:5 (The Voice)
We arrived at Burle Industries just before 8:00 a.m. and dusted road dirt off the fenders until Chaplains Jake and Bob arrived to help Cerwin set up the steps. Jane (Chaplain’s Jake’s wife) and I had just finished setting up the interior of the chapel when our first visitor came inside. Our second and third visitors were also clowns ~ our friend […]
and his faithfulness is eternal. Praise the Lord! Psalm 117:2 (Good News Translation)
Fifth and Sixth Grade Band, Orchestra, and Chorus Tuesday, May 6 ~ At Our Local Middle School Welcome by Dr. Richardson Orchestra ~ Director Mrs. Shirk The Lion Sleeps Tonight ~ Bob Cerulli Double Trouble ~ Loreta Fin Star Dancer ~ Mark Williams Caribbean Delight ~ Victor Lopez Jazz Band ~ Director Mr. Eisenreich Tyrannosaurus […]
so that you can live together whole and healed. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. James 5:16 (The Message)
A few weeks ago our tulips were just beginning to open. Within days we had beautiful tulips everywhere.
James 2:1 (The Message)
Twenty years ago today was one of the saddest days of my life. It was the day we learned that our five-month-old grandson Elijah did not survive the surgery to repair his tiny heart. As we joyfully welcomed Anthony, our first great-grandchild, this weekend, I thought about how the Master Weaver has interwoven the light and dark threads of my life […]
and good news makes you feel better. Proverbs 15:30 (Good News Translation)
We took these pictures with my cell phone on Saturday afternoon. I am so excited to announce that Cerwin and I just welcomed our first great-grandchild ~ Anthony Joel. He was born late Saturday morning, May 10… …weighed 7 pounds 7 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. His mama is our granddaughter Abigail. He is so […]
Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:6 (New Living Translation)
Sunday, May 4 Do not confuse these pictures with Make-A-Wish ~ Lancaster ~ which was held today. I will post those pictures later in the week. The convoy of trucks near Gettysburg began promptly at 1:30 p.m. I will only post a few pictures of the trucks to show you a bit of the variety. Coming […]
so that they can grow and be strong and experience his presence with you. 1 Corinthians 14:3 (The Message)
Sunday, May 4 This was our first year to attend York/Gettysburg Make-A-Wish Convoy, and Battlefield Harley-Davidson was our landmark for turning into the parking lot. Jeff ~ our contact person showed Cerwin where he wanted him to park. The other end of the lot was already filling up with trucks. I walked over to the Harley lot for […]
