VBS - Crocodile Dock

Ed played Pharaoh and the grumpy old man that lives in the shack. He reeks with talent!

Dupe & I were the teachers....She's a great lady to work with! That is sweet Eden holding up the cross that she made for our Thursday night class. She is a great little women of God!

A Wedding

And this is where the preacher said, "Who gives this girl to be wed to this man?" And after a long silent pause, the bride turns around and says, "DADDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!". Note the look on her face!

Enjoying The Patio

Ed & Pam hanging loose in the hot summer heat!

Wanna Share a Twinkie?

"It is better to eat Twinkies with good friends than to eat broccoli alone!"
Just couldn't help but passing along these words of wisdom!

Receptions, Bridal Shower & Birthday Party

JuJu at her bridal shower. I'm going to miss this WOG (WOMAN OF GOD)! That's her beau (Eric) sneaking a peck on the cheek!

The weekend was filled with receptions (yes, more than 1), a bridal shower and also having fun celebrating one of the grands birthday. In the immediate above photo, Brother Davis (seated - dark shirt) is retiring after 23 years as the District Superintendent of the MS Assemblies of God. To the right, Raymond and Sindyhave accepted a new position in West Texas, after 18 years serving as the Youth & CE Director. Bro Derek presented them with farewell gifts at a noon luncheon. Their replacements have BIG SHOES to fill!

Playing With The Grands

Interesting Figures

The question was asked, "Is religion an important part of your daily life?"
Here is the findings.

Most Religious States
Mississippi 85% of residents / YES
Alabama 82 %
South Carolina 80%
Tennessee 79%
Arkansas, Louisiana 78%

Least religious states
Vermont 42% of residents / YES
New Hampshire 46%
Maine, Massachusetts 48%
Alaska 51%
Washington52%

Info copied from TPE, May 31, 2009 edition