Update: Happy Birthday, Jesus!

Posted: Monday, December 20, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: 2k10, Community Announcements | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

This past Saturday, we threw our first annual Birthday Party for Jesus at All Souls Presbyterian in Barton Heights; Richmond, VA!  We had a GREAT time! Jesse the Juggler wowed us all with his juggling expertise, while telling us the story of Creation and the birth of Jesus.  Some of the kids got in on the juggling action as well!  I think at least one of them has a future in juggling…at least we know the Isaiah has quite an arm!

The story of the Birth of Jesus was read to the kids…taken from the Bible… Luke 2:1-20.

Then, Santa showed up to celebrate Jesus’s birthday; and he even brought gifts for kids of all ages!!!  After singing Happy Birthday to Jesus, we had cake, candy canes and cookies with our lemonade.

In addition, we had a chance to color…although I didn’t realize that we had been given “Multicultural” Crayons, which had no bright colors like…blue, red and green!  So…after a quick run to the Family Dollar (Thanks, Lauren and Rush!!!) we were in business.

Another big hit was the guessing game!  Clint was the closest (without going over!!!) with his guess of 87…when there were 89 mint patties in the jar.  I hope it’s all good at home…with all that chocolate in the house!  Congratulations, Clint!

We all had such a terrific time!  Thanks to all who helped!  You guys totally rock!  Special “shout out” to All Souls Pres, Commonwealth Chapel, and WEAG.  Thanks for the support! In addition…major thanks my loving and supportive hubby, Louis, and the rest of my elves…Terence, Abbie, Paul, Lauren, Rush, Bishop, Jesse, Vashti, Gloria and my sweet, sweet Mom!

Last note….

What great news to know that Jesus didn’t stay a little baby.  I have peace, hope and joy in knowing that He grew up, died on the cross, rose from the dead (Easter), and will come again!  THAT is the Good News of Jesus Christ!  Who do you know that needs to hear that part of the story this season?

Joy to the World…and Peace on Earth.

Happy Birthday to You, Vicky!

Posted: Saturday, April 10, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: 2k10, 2k8, Frank, Louis and Me! | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Happy Birthday to You, Vicky!

Louis and I continued to get to know one another.  Our relationship with Frank, Geraldine, Vicky, the kids and the rest of the family continued to grow as well.  Frank graduated from the Trauma ICU to a progressive care unit and eventually to the rehab unit where he would spend most of the day in physical therapy to gain his strength and use of his legs.

One of my favorite memories was celebrating Vicky’s birthday just a little over a month after the shooting!  This was a great time of fellowship….and danger!  Admittedly, we didn’t think about the potential hazards of having a birthday cake with a bunch (I won’t say how many, Vicky!!!) of lit candles on the cake, when Frank’s roommate had oxygen going.  Note to self….NOT A GOOD IDEA!  Let’s just say that the smell of smoke got the nurses a jumpin’.  <:)  But, the Lord spared us of all danger that evening and the staff was full of grace!  Thanks for not kicking us out, MCV!!!

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