Karate Kid

Taste test

Beach Vacation

Not a care...

Happy 5th Birthday Abel!

We love you son.

Five Guys

Samuel is following in his sisters footsteps. At the end he says "cheesey," or at least he tries.

CHINA!

Early August the Lord made a way for James and I to go to China for a week with another man and his daughter from our church.  James and I were greatly encouraged by the work Christ is doing in the nations.  We were also thankful to be able to encourage our friends living there.

Our sisters were gracious to keep our children while we were gone, and they all had a great time at the "long sleepover". 

 We were in a "small" city and this is the view from our hotel window - not bad :)

Another view of the beautiful mountains

 We enjoyed many dinners out together.  This is one of the more upscale restaurant.

 James enjoyed bartering in the market.  Unfortunately he we unsuccessful in buying a banana and was told "I don't want your money". Maybe next time ;)

We were able to visit some small villages, the landscapes were beautiful.

 This was one of the trip highlights.  We were invited into a family's home, served tea and had some great conversations.

Fun at the DBAP

Abel and his friend, William, with the Blue Monster.