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The Joys of Summer



I love summer! Rich and I sit outside and have our coffee and devotions and take bike rides in the cool of the morning. I am able to visit with my girls and grandbaby as much as I like! Even though I love teaching, it is nice to have a more relaxed routine during the summer. Henry just came over with his mama & he will stay with me for an hour or so while Becca does some shopping. OH JOY!

Tonight is the last night of VBS. Tomorrow night is the program & picnic. I have actually enjoyed the evening format. For one thing, it is shorter (only two hours: 6:30-8:30) & it is cooler in the evening. It has been nice to have more men & working women be able to be involved.
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sara said…
That is so nice that you can babysit Henry...I sure wish my Mom lived closer to do that :)
June 28, 2007 at 6:23 PM
Dave Mincy said…
I believe a "happy birthday" is in order? (at least based on the 2006 b-day pic you have posted on your sidebar)...have a great one :-)
June 29, 2007 at 4:46 PM
Dramagirl said…
Happy birthday, Auntie Cilla!! Henry is such a cutie!! Wish we could eat some cake with you tonight. Love you, Kristy and Brian
June 29, 2007 at 5:19 PM
Priscilla said…
It was so nice to hear from all of you. We were up at the cabin last week so I haven't blogged for awhile. I'll catch up1! Thanks for the birthday greetings. We had a great time celebrating! I am sooo grateful that we can see Henry so much - I am not taking it for granted.
July 7, 2007 at 11:46 PM
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