Resume Day

Spent most of the day submitting resumes to many jobs. We are praying that either I can get more computer work or that a job comes along. We know that things are going to get better.

Other than that it was a cloudy rainy day. I did get a chance to go for a short hike across the street without getting wet.

We ordered some books to get the kids ready for testing. We have to test Genavieve but we are going to test Connor as well. We want to see where he is. We are trying to get them ready for school in case they have to go.

Anyway we would appreciate it if you would pray for work and the right door opening.

Humbled

We are having another beautiful day here and had the opportunity to take another walk on trails across the street.  We went to church this morning and it was Go Guatemala which was about the team that went to Guatemala to build homes.  They shared pictures and stories and it was very humbling know that for such a small amount of money ($450 to build a house) to provide such a need.  The team said that they were very appreciative of the homes that they were building which by our standards would be horrible.  They were 12'x12' with dirt floor, tin roof and wood siding.  They had one door and one window.

I know that I there are many people struggling here in the United States but to know that there are people that are really out there trying to survive is humbling.  This just makes me realize how much we take for granted and grateful I am for what I do have.  

We have entered the Lent season and I challenge everyone to take a moment a think of these people who you so little but so grateful for what they do have and look at ourselves and think of one thing that you could give up for a week.  It could be texting, meat, sweets, TV or anything that is would be a challenge to you and take that time to reflect on your life and how blessed you really are.

God Bless

Another great Day

After sleeping in we went to another new restaurant The Green Sage. We got some Carrot, beet, apple and ginger juice, Vegan sausage and biscuit and Vegan breakfast burrito. After that we drive around north Asheville looking at the houses and the area.

Night in Asheville

We went to Asheville last night to celebrate our Anniversary. We did some shopping and eating. It was nice to spend time together with no other distractions.

We went to Rosetta's Kitchen for lunch where we got Vegan chili cheese fries and I got a vegan chili cheeses burger with queso and jalapeños.

For dinner we went to our favorite Laughing Seed. I got an Indian Plate and I Risotto. Then of course desserts Coconut Tart and Carmel Apple Cake. Almost forgot Kim Bloody Mary.

Another hike with Kim and kids

The kids wanted to show mom the new train that we found so we went for a hike to show her where it was. On the way back we found this. Looks like a coyote.

Another good day in WNC

Genavieve had a follow up appointment for her peradontist from the skin graft she had done and it went well. They said that she can now eat anything. I had a job today that I will finish up tomorrow. Hurray for work.

Hope everyone had a blessed day

Gift from Great Grandma Bell

The kids got their valentines card from great grandma and they got $10 dollars each that they used to get Webkinz. The we're very excited!

Valentine's Treat

We had a great Valentine's Day.  Kim made some an excellent meal. She made Mushroom Bourguignon and Fruit Pizza for dessert. I have added some pictures of the kids helping make the Fruit Pizza.  The crust is Grandma Neff's Sugar Cookie recipe.

Day in Chattanooga

We went to Chattanooga to meet my brother-in-law and his family for the day. We went to the zoo and walked around downtown. After getting stuck behind a semi truck that turned over we decided to make the 1-1/2 hour detour. We eventually made it and had a good time

Dad and the kids hike

I just took the kids on a different trail across the street. They both did good. 1.7 miles

Valentines Gifts from Papa and Grandma

Thought that Grandma and Papa would like to see the Valentines gifts that they got the kids. They look good. They were excited. And got good pictures of Connor. Amazing!

Lite dust of snow this morning

We got a lite snow over night supposed to turn to rain. Yuck. Looking nice for rest of week

Hiking with Connor

Myself, Kim's stepdad Gary, Connor and the dogs went for a hike across the street. We went off the path over there and walked through the woods down to the lake. Everyone had a good time. It was about a 2.25 mile hike with a elevation gain coming home of about 300 feet. Trying to kids ready for over night hike this summer.

Cold

Nice cold day yesterday!  Only got up to 30 degrees.  We had snow flurries all day that were beautiful.  Went to Asheville for the day and enjoyed great food at EarthFare.  Only 14 degrees this morning and windy.  Looks like the rest of week is looking better.  Hope everyone has a blessed day.

Our peasant dog

Genavieve put this on Maddie and she left it on for a little while. She's a really good dog! Posted by Genavieve

Welcome to Our Blog

I have decided that I am going to get better about letting our family and friends no what was going on in our lives.  I am going to utilize this blog to keep track of our family events as well as to autopost to Facebook for those that prefer it.  I hope that everyone enjoys it.