It is that time of year again.....

And we say: Thankfully it is football season........

Random thoughts......

I talked to my brother Andrew for the first time in over a month. It was great to hear his voice and it sounds like he is doing well. We get to see him in about three weeks. Can't wait!!!!

......and I think my Mom and I are are going to ban the girls from playing Heart and Soul.We hear it all the time!!!!!!!!

And finally, if I could I would send some of this rain somewhere else. Maybe to California........

Nathanael's Sweet 16 Birthday party.

Nathanael celebrated his 16th birthday at Camp Maranatha,and everybody did their best to make a memorable birthday.
Josh and Nathanael.......
Sarah did an amazing job making the birthday cake.
We also made popcorn balls that looked like oranges,and they were a hit!
Nathanael will certainly remember his 16th birthday.It was quite the party!!

Fun at the Mall......

Oceanside!!!!!!

On my first day off Sarah took Jessica and I to Oceanside,and we had a great time at the beach. It was hot,but who cares when your at the beach!!!

Jack enjoyed the beach.......
but Lucy didn't want her picture taken.
This is Oceanside from the highway. We also ate at Joe's Crab Shack and I had coconut shrimp for the first time and I loved it!!

Pictures from Idyllwild.....

I think these mountains are just amazing.

I am home........

and it is sooooo cold!!!!

More pictures to come......