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Around Our House

Mid-April

Oh what a beautiful morning,
Oh what a beautiful day,

Female Cardinal

Male Downy Woodpecker

Female House Finch

Male Cardinal

Jere spraying the woodsy area of our yard.

I’ve got a wonderful feeling,
Everything’s going my way.

It is better to be patient than powerful.

It is better to win control over yourself than over whole cities.

Proverbs 16:32 (Good News Translation)

Enjoying a Day With Cerwin’s Mother

Sunday, April 15

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We began the day by joining her at the 10:00 a.m. worship service at Landis Homes, and then enjoyed a delicious lunch in the dining room.

After that we took her to visit each of our local children and grandchildren – Josiah, Jeff & Chris, Jere & Kristen, and Nate & Abby.

I didn’t think about taking pictures at Josiah’s place. I will have to do that at a later date.

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The idea for this day began when we talked to Mother about going to Jeff & Chris’ farm to see the items that are being prepared for auction. (This is the farm where their friend Mary Jane lived before her death last fall.)

Before going to the house, Mother wanted to see the animals.

This guy thinks he is the ruler of the farm

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After seeing the house, we went to Jere & Kristen’s house.

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Jesse had just learned to ride bike without training wheels.

He is okay as long as he keeps moving, but hasn’t figured out how to stop and stay standing.

Of course Jared wanted to show us what he can do on a bike.

Ian also wanted to show us some of his bike skills.

Jesse came to talk to great-grandma.

Then he was off again.

Jared also showed us his tree-climbing skills.

Jere wanted to show Grandma the front of their house. She had not seen the large deck they built.

As we prepared to leave, Ian and Jared asked us to watch them race down the driveway.

At the end of their driveway, we met their neighbor (and ours) Farrow who was out for a Sunday afternoon ride.

Our next stop was Nathaniel and Abby’s house. Mother had never been to their apartment.

By late afternoon we were back at Landis Homes, and while Cerwin helped mother to the door, I enjoyed the beautiful blossoms in the parking lot.

It looks like these Amish young people are going to a party of some sort because they are carrying gift bags.

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Cerwin’s Mother is still talking about how much she enjoyed the afternoon.

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He will tend his flock like a shepherd;
^C)’>he will carry them in his bosom,
and gently lead those that are with young.

Isaiah 40:11 (English Standard Version)

Baseball Tournament

The Final Post

Saturday, April 14

About half way through the tournament the field was sprayed with water and made to look like new.

While the guys played ball and others watched the game, the children played in the park’s great playground.

Molly and her dad.

Getting a drink from mom.

While waiting for Red to play again, Jordan enjoyed entertaining Benny (his second cousin).

Benny is my youngest brother’s grandson, and Jordan is our grandson.

Benny and his cousin Nathan

Bella and Molly with their Grandma Groff.

Going to the playground.

Maddie

Cousins with balloon swords

Cousins with balloon dogs.

So cute!

Brothers – Caleb & Benny

When I saw Benny put his dirty thumb in his mouth, I exclaimed, “Oh, Benny.” But it was too late. And look at his other thumb. It is nice and clean compared to his fingers, so it had also been in his mouth.

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Gray – The Winners of the Tournament!

I didn’t stay until the end, so these photos are not from the win, but from earlier celebrations.

Congratulations. You did a great job.

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I think this is how everyone felt by the end of the day.

The Lord God is my Strength, my personal bravery, and my invincible army;

He makes my feet like hinds’ feet and will make me to walk [not to stand still in terror, but to walk] and make [spiritual] progress upon my high places [of trouble, suffering, or responsibility]!

Habakkuk 3:19 (Amplified Bible)

Household Auction

If you live in our area or want to travel to an interesting household sale in Northern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, reserve the dates of June 15 & 16.

This is located at Jeff & Chris’ farm

See information at this link http://www.klinekreidergood.com/auction-listings.php

Scroll down and click on the auction dated June 15 & 16.

To see the sale bill click on “Brochure 1” (front) “Brochure 2” (back).

I was able to copy and save the sale bill – see below.

I want you to know about the great and mighty power that God has for us followers.

Ephesians 1:19 (Contemporary English Version)

Home Run Derby

Baseball Tournament, Saturday, April 14

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I was visiting with friends, and not paying attention to what was going on at the field. It was the home run derby. I got pictures of a few of the guys, but missed most of them.

In the derby, each batter got ten swings. Each home run was a “free” swing.

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Nathan

Tyler

Jordan

Sarah and Nathan keeping score

Jesse

Travis

And the Winners Are…

2nd Place – Damon

After hitting four home runs and tying with two others, he won second place by hitting three home runs in the playoff.

Red’s Coach Ken Heisey awarding Justin with the first place trophy for hitting five home runs.

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Great job guys!

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Honor the Lord our God. Worship at His feet. For He is holy!

Psalm 99:5 (New Life Version)