summer fun

Last weekend we went to see our niece, Abby, graduate in Findlay, Ohio. We got to spend some family time with David's parents, David's brother Mike's family, and the Dean family (David's sister's family). We had a really good time with everyone, and Abby's open house was a big success. Here are some pictures. the first picture is of Noel with his cousins Becca and Tori. The second is Noel learning how the microphone works. He was singing along to Becca's beautiful piano solo. (She is an amazing piano player, by the way, just like her mom). The third picture is of Abby with her proud parents. She is headed off to Colorado in January to attend a Christian leadership program for 8 months. We are really excited for her and all that God has planned for her.

Here on the homefront we are enjoying the nice weather and free evenings. Noel loves going on bike rides and playing in the front yard. He has all kinds of words now, and uses them non-stop. He knows that he can make people laugh, and uses it to his advantage. We hope everyone is having a great summer!