Fourth of July Weekend

I hope you all had a great Fourth of July! We had a great day just relaxing at home. Wayne's dad was visiting from Florida and the children enjoyed a day of Grandpop's undivided attention! Wayne grilled rib eye steaks to top off a great day of celebrating our nation's birthday. On Saturday, we made the short journey to Frank Jackson Lake to enjoy a family get-together with Wayne's paternal grandparents. Wayne has been blessed with wonderful grandparents on both sides. His maternal grandparents are in Heaven already, but both sets were (and still are) married over 50 years. They have set a wonderful example of faithfulness and love for God and family for us. I am including some pictures from our day at the lake.

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Wendy said…
I can not say enough the beauty and love I see in all of your eyes!! What a lovely family! God is good!!!
July 7, 2008 at 5:44 AM
Julie said…
What sweet pictures of Pa and Oki, and the boys as well. Pictures with grandparents are PRICELESS!!! She is a little you!!!!
July 9, 2008 at 10:01 PM
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