nascar maybe? September 26, 2008
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Today we are planning on taking around 50 preteens to Nascar Speedpark in Sevierville. CRAZY RIGHT? We are really excited about having fun with the kids on the track. But, it is looking like rain so we may have to cancel which would be a bummer. So, we will have to wait and see I guess.
Then we are staying the rest of the weekend in Pigeon Forge for a little time away and will hopefully get to hang out with some friends while we are there. YIPEE!!!
Hope you have a great weekend!!!
~Hello Fall!~ September 22, 2008
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FALL IS FINALLY HERE!!!
We are so excited! Jesse and I both love this season and can’t wait to see all the changes that it will bring!
We had a great weekend…with nothing really planned…It WAS GREAT! We did yardwork, sat on our front porch (something we never take time to do) took long naps and took a long walk around the neighborhood. The weather was so nice. It was a great weekend to enjoy the outdoors.
This Friday we we are headed to Nascar speedpark in Sevierville with around 60+ preteens. Mountain Dew will be in our future I am sure of it 
It should be alot of fun and will be our first outing with all our new 5th graders. We are quickly getting to know one another and wow…this class is a spunky one for sure.
Jess and I are planning to spend the rest of the weekend in Pigeon Forge for a little time away. Is it funny how a couple of days away can make a such a difference? We both are looking forward to the holidays this year and spending time with family. This year has been such a busy one for our family. When you are both in ministry, the weekends are usually not open to traveling and that has made it hard to spend alot of time with Jesse’s parents. The cool thing is that they understand what it’s like and you both cherish the time you do have that much more! Please continue to pray for Richard and Terry as they do have a serious potential buyer for their house in Canton. This would be a huge blessing/relief for them. God is doing such great things at their church in Dalton. It would be great if they could both move there really settle into the community. Yesterday Richard baptized 14 people and two new people made decisions. God is doing a great work and we are hearing awesome stories about it.
Thank you for your prayers as we continue to make tough decisions about fertility treatments. God is closing and opening doors and we rejoice to see His plan continue to unfold. So many of you have encouraged and blessed us during this time. We can’t tell you enough how much you mean to us. We are so blessed to have your support. For those of you looking for great resources to encourage others on this journey you need to go to www.sarahs-laughter.com. What a blessing this site has already been to me. There are real stories and testimonies…daily devotionals and I think they even have a support line if you need to just talk to someone or share a prayer request. Check it out.
Finally…I wanted to share a verse with you that seems to fit so well right now with all that is changing and happening around us. Hebrews 13:8 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” No matter who is elected president, if the stock market crashes, what color the leaves on the trees are…my Jesus will remain steadfast and unchanging. May that truth ground you today as you encounter this crazy, constantly changing world. We love you and Happy Harvest/Fall!
P.S. Fireproof comes out in theaters on Friday…this would be a great date night movie! From the makers of Facing the Giants… www.fireproofthemovie.com
Les
**labor day weekend** September 3, 2008
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What a great weekend we had!!! Friday night we went to a cookout at the Fordham’s house with the Withrow’s. Below is a shot of the Fordham family. Aren’t they a cute family?…Lexi is missing in this shot though. She is their 3 year old daughter who is so sweet and so funny!
Ryan, Casey & Brady
Then on Saturday we had breakfast at Cracker Barrell with about 6-8 couples from our Bible Fellowship Class. Afterwards we headed up to Big Creek in North Carolina for a mile hike and some swimming near an awesome mini waterfall. IT WAS SOOO COLD…but so much fun!! Below is a pic of Courtney and I after we jumped off a huge cliff into the pool together!
Fearless rock jumpers!
We all tried to get a shot of the beautiful scenery in the background….
Then on Sunday night after church we grilled out and had over the Jameson’s & the Chambers….love these guys!!! T.C. and Danielle are our new worship leaders at Preteen Elevate. They are an amazing team and we have so enjoyed getting to know them.
T.C. & Danielle
The Jameson’s (Shaun & Jenn)
THEN….on Monday we slept in and I made us a big breakfast…which we never really get to indulge in and we headed off to mom’s house for a family gathering.
With my mom…the hostess with the mostess!
my stepdad grillin up a feast for everyone!
me and Jess relaxing
IT was a super fantastic Labor Day weekend!!!!
P.S. Thank you so much for your prayers!!!!
Les
a wedding in september August 28, 2008
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My cousin Lana will be getting married next Saturday at First Baptist Jonesborough, TN. Lana and I were next door neighbors growing up and I used to keep her when she was smaller….such a cutie She has always been so precious and such a sweet spirit. She is the youngest of four children, so being the baby of the family she loves to laugh and have fun….like me! I can’t believe she is old enough to be getting married!!!
Congrats to our Lana-lou as we like to call her…see you next Saturday. I know you will be a beautiful bride!
The Big 3-0! August 13, 2008
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Sunday morning at church
Ahhh yes…I am officially 30 years of age!!! Feels wierd just typing it out! I had an awesome birthday weekend and the fun just keeps going!!! On Sunday Jesse took me to Wasabi, my favorite place, with 10 of our friends from church and we had a blast! The did the whole birthday song with the drums and made me put on this chef’s hat and have my picture made! It was pretty funny! Everyone had a great time and we laughed constantly at the hillarious chef preparing our food and throwing rice at anyone who would sit still!!!
Afterwards we went to Turkey Creek and did some shopping. I decided that I would buy things that I typically wouldn’t treat myself too, so I bought this cute little red purse and a really fun jacket. Red and black is about all I really ever wear anyway!!!
Ross is awesome!
After that we were really tired and reeking of Wasabi fumes, so we headed home to shower and get ready for church. After church we headed to our friend’s house and had a great time enjoying the cool weather and then watched the opening ceremony of the Olympics that they had recorded. We were blown away! The drums were my favorite
Jesse had already ordered my big birthday gift, which is a new digital camera. I have been wanting one forever it seems, so this birthday seemed like a great opportunity..HEE! Last week he found out that the camera he had ordered for me online is on backorder, so it won’t arrive for a couple of weeks. He was so upset!!! I told him that would only make my birthday last longer, so I was totally cool with that!
The day of my birthday Jesse got an awful migraine and had to stay in bed most the day….we had lunch plans so that was a bummer to not get to spend that time with him, but he had such a sweet suprise for me waiting when I got home. 30 reasons why I love Leslie… & 30 ways I love Leslie. One was taped to the garage door and the other was hanging over the kitchen counter. As I read them I began to cry!! It was SOOOO VERY SWEET! That definitely tops all my other gifts! (I know these pictures aren’t good, but my regular camera’s flash was too bright.)
That night he took me out to shop some more…love gift cards as gifts!!! I stocked up on dark chocolate and candles!!! I still get to celebrate with some other friends and family this week…so it has been like a birthday week! A week or so later I got the silver bangle I had been asking for from Mom and Jesse! SO pretty and I it fits me perfectly!
Then last Friday I was treated to lunch at Regas with one of my dear friends by my boss, Ben. We had a great time and enjoyed splurging on some delish food together…great day…thanks Ben!
So, turning 30 is like my mom described it…a journey into new experiences that I have never had before…and adventure!!! So, I am counting my blessings and thanking Jesus for giving me such an amazing husband, precious family and wonderful friends! I can’t wait to see what this year brings!
a weekend with all the good stuff… July 7, 2008
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Birthday celebrations, an extra day off work, sleep, INDEPENDENCE DAY, dollar movies, dinner at Amerigo with my hubby, special gifts, walks in Market Square and some Marble Slab…..these are a few of my favorite things!
My sweet friend Stacie turned 27 this past week!
Me & Jess before we left to celebrate our 6 years of love!!!
The print that Jesse’s mom created for us on her new embroidery machine….can’t wait to put this on a cute pillow and display it!
prince caspian with friends May 19, 2008
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Friday night we went to see Prince Caspian with some of friends. We met at Chick-Fil-A for dinner and got to just hang out for a while before the movie. Emily, B.J., Lily and Schaeffer got to join us for and we had a blast.
Prince Caspian didn’t disappoint, but wasn’t as exciting as the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. I won’t give away all the details It is definitely worth a trip to the theater. There is some pretty intense fighting scenes, but was very family friendly.
