Vacation Bible School

We have had the privilege to participate in Vacation Bible School this week. Thankfully it only last a week since today the children and teachers are all worn out. The children dressed up on Wednesday. This was the result for our two!! I am not sure how long the outfits will last, but they are sure having fun dressing up!

Here are just a few pics from the July 2010 Cottrell campout. The water was really enjoyed by these young ones. This was Brett and Bri's first introduction to the slip-n-slide! Thanks for a great weekend Laura, Julie, Katie, and Koby!

Thanks for helping with the games, Reuben. I know it is tough getting old. Those relays and obstacle courses really wear you out!

Family Gathering

We were privileged to gather as a family in June. It was a hot day, but that did not keep the enthusiasm down. It was a blessing to be able to celebrate Mom's 80th Birthday with her family from here in Ohio and to be joined by Martin and Rachel's family from Thailand and Jason and Jenny's family in from California. Mom and Dad's sixty two years of married life have resulted in over 70 progeny and there were over 60 of us gathered together. We are truly blessed!

Even though it was HOT, we enjoyed a game of kickball.

Anika is ready to run!!

Julie giving Briana instructions. She is a little too much like her Mom and would rather sit on the sidelines especially if it is hot.

Drew is ready to kick!

Elsa ready to kick while Brett looks on to learn the best way to go at it. I am not sure what Claire is up to.

Mom, 80 years and counting!