Tuesday May 31, 2011

 

 

Sunday Lunch

May 29

 

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While enjoying my first cup of coffee on Sunday morning, I began mulling over the idea of inviting our local children for lunch. Then about half-an-hour before leaving for Sunday school, I did it.

It suited everyone!

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Cerwin grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, venison steaks, and chicken. I fried potatoes, onions, and sweet peppers, and grilled asparagus in the oven. I had enough fresh fruit for dessert, and Chris, Kristen, and Deb brought things they had on hand.

 

 

 

 

 

 

So instead of having a meal for two – there were twenty-one. You may not recognize Gregg (on the right). He is a special needs man who Jere and Kristen care for. He lives in a group home, and loves food – especially hamburgers. Jere and Kristen always take him to his mother’s grave on Memorial Day weekend.

They only called him on Sunday morning, but when he went to bed on Saturday night, he told one of his caregivers that Jere and Kristen would be coming on Sunday. They were glad they called.

We have seen an incredible change in him since Jere and Kristen began caring for him, and since he moved to a group home. His father is still living, but limited in what he can do for him.

 

 

 

 

During the afternoon Jeff and Chris were outside and found this baby praying mantis.

 

 

It was amazing to see all the features of a fullgrown praying mantis – but in miniature.

 

 

 

 

The four youngest (Jesse, Gloria, Jared, and Ian) spent some of the afternoon in their special dirt area under a pine tree. They especially enjoyed adding water to the dirt and creating mud.

 

 

 

 

Is there anything more fun on a hot day than creating mud pudding?