Five Months

Mirthful Mondays~What Did He Do?

Merry on a Monday sometimes means multiple posts, especially because I'm very forgetful these days when I want to remember so much.

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Mommy:  "Ella, I just ordered you four dresses!"

Ella:  "Thank you, Mommy!"

Mommy: "They should be here next week."

Ella:  "Yay!"

Mommy: "Go tell Daddy thank you."

Ella:  "Why?  What did he do?"

Pause.  

Mommy:  "He paid for them."

Mirthful Mondays

Because merry is always welcome on a Monday, we're gonna make Mondays around here Mirthful Mondays.  May you smile BIG.

Little Big Man is THE Man!

Our rugged Mountain Men returned this afternoon.  Oh, how they're looking forward to a good night's sleep in their warm beds. :)

Time at camp was wonderful, and Little Big Man whooped everyone at the hawk and knife throw.  After round three, he was so far ahead, the contest ended.  It was impossible for the other men to catch up and win.  So, he came home with yet another Bomboy knife to add to his extensive collection.  And while we boast in his throwing skills, we're even more thankful that he was such a blessing at camp.

He would get up each morning and get the fire going and have a hot drink waiting for Mountain Man.  He showed much initiative at camp with taking care of things, making dinner, and cleaning up.  And, he had a very teachable spirit and demonstrated humility.  Praise be to God!

This is Mr. Bomboy, maker of these great knives.  He was rushed to the hospital the first day of camp and is currently recovering from a minor heart attack and pneumonia.  The guys are visiting him right now.  Would you please pray for his healing and his salvation?

This man loves our boys like they were his own grandchildren, and from the hospital he called just to make sure Corey was doing well.  Thank you for praying for him!

With love,

Freezing Toes

They left two days ago for the annual Frozen Toes Rendezvous.

Scribe wasn't joining them this year since sleeping on the hard ground isn't very appealing after surgery.

Little Big Man stepped up to the plate, though, and did a great job getting everything packed and the meals planned.

They arrived safely to camp, and it's been very COLD.  Little Big Man says a tent stove is a must for next year.  They're the only campers without one.

It's several days of shootin' and throwin', meals around the campfire, and special father and son time.

We can't wait to have them back home!

Blue Skies

Blue skies.  It was the perfect day for a walk.  The best thing of all?  Scribe was coming, too.

Little sister on shoulders of big brother. 

He's learning early to shoulder the weight.

Her favorite way to "walk."

Brother and sister.  Arm in arm.  No bickering.  

Pretty princess.  Handsome son.

Sweet sister-friends.

Dead sunflower stalks make just the right swords.

Swing.  Lurch.  Pounce.  

 Watch out for your baby sister, formidable foe that she is.

And why walk when you can run?

Holding hands is good.

Slumber just a bit.

Journey home.

Praise God for blue skies.  Continual healing.  His goodness and mercy.  Big and little.  Look up to.  Watch out for.  Living together.  Strong Arm that sustains us.

TEN

Chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast.  Birthday sign by brothers.  Royal family dollhouse people.  Toy terrier.  Sterling silver amethyst necklace.  Multitude of Mercies Journal.  Balancing the Sword books.  Swallows and Amazons book.  Bookmarks.  Candy.  Bible puzzle book.  Calendar.  Marinated sirloin.  Sweet Tea.  Baked Potatoes.  Green Beans.  French Bread.  Poppy Seed Muffins.  Happy Birthday wishes.  Laughter.  A year of growing in the Lord.  Becoming more like Christ.  Sweet memories.  TEN.

Weekly Rewind 10/24-10/30/10

We thought cooler weather was here to stay, so we turned on the heater this week.  However, the past few days have been much warmer.  No complaints, though.  The men were able to enjoy tossing the football around a bit later this afternoon, and the colors of autumn are all around us.

Wednesday, Whistler and I went to town for a book study date as well as for my appointment with the dermatologist.  The doctor had to freeze three places on my face, so I appreciate your prayers that the treatment has taken care of any cancer and future cutting won't be necessary.  One of the places is at the outside corner of my eye....can't comprehend having surgery there, but the doctor did say it's not an uncommon area for skin cancer.  I'll return for a follow-up in January.

We tackled in record time changing out our spring/summer clothes for autumn/winter.  That's no small task for so many of us, and I'm thankful most of it is DONE. :)

Scribe is doing well, but I think we're learning to accept that pain will be his companion for quite some time.  His attitude is wonderful, though, and I'm so thankful for his gracious spirit, enduring this without any complaining.  And, really, I mean NO complaining.  How wonderful is the grace of God!

Jedediah is growing and starting to move (rolling over).  The bed is no longer a safe haven, and I'm determined he won't join the rest of the Poff children in falling off of our bed.:)

Our sweet Whistler turns 10 tomorrow!  We're excited about making the day special, and we're thankful we were able to celebrate last night with our dear friends and their children.

Here's a picture of Whistler's favorite way to have Cap'n near her when she's unloading the dishwasher.  He lasts here about 1 minute.

The girls are amazed at Mountain Man's fancy cooking creation.

Sweet Boo gets little sister to sleep.

Have a wonderful week full of rejoicing over God's goodness and mercy!

Love,

For Tea and Biscotti

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