Father-Daughter Bonding

I still don't know who won, but it sure was a great tug-o-war. Both parties were happy with their part of the toy.

If I Could Be Anywhere Right Now...

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico...

on the beach...

with tousled hair.

Bake Sales and My Latest Creation

A group of girls from the senior class are trying to raise money for their senior trip. I was approached and asked if I would donate an item for their bake sale. The weather, unfortunately, did not allow for the event to take place and left me with a cake half made. Now I know this should not be a dilemma, because who does not like chocolate? (Other than the Subway worker who very dramatically told me how much she hated chocolate a number of times. Though very clearly telling me, I could still eat the triple chunk chocolate cookie I had just bought.)

So, I love cooking and tend to have a number of creations going all at once. A whole cake for just Brenton and I, definitely not needed. And if you are a lady, you understand how you cannot let a creation made with so much heart and time go to waste. Don't worry, the cake found a home, and I'd have to say a pretty good home too. Just so happened that my boss said it was his son's birthday right after I offered the lovely mound of chocolate. I guess you could say it was the perfect ending to the bake sale and cake dilemma.

Feliz Dia del Amor

Love from a different perspective. Viewing Valentines from a biblical and multi-cultural perspective seemed only fitting. I've definitely had my Spanish days lately, simply meaning I miss the culture. Seeing that Spanish is one of the love languages and how it so beautifully rolls off the tongue, I thought what fun you would all have trying to follow a few well knowing verses. (Try reading the verses out loud if you're feeling brave enough. I'm sure you'll get a good kick out of it!)


"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices in the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

I Corinthians 13:4-7


"El amor es paciente, es bondadoso. El amor no es envidioso ni jactancioso ni orgulloso. No se comporta con rudeza, no es egoista, no se enoja facilmente, no guarda renor. El amor no se deleita en la maldad sino que se regocija con la verdad. Todo lo disculpa, todo lo cree, todo lo espera, todo lo soporta."

I Corintios 13:4-7

Surprise Visit

Well, we had somewhat of a surprise visit, I should say. While we'd anticipated celebrating Grandma Bunnel's 85th birthday with Brenton's parents, we received a fun, unexpected surprise the day before the big shindig. One of our neices, Piper, made a guest appearance last weekend. We were thrilled to have family visiting and to catch up with the rest of Brenton's extended family at Grandma Bunnel's birthday lunch. There were definitely good times with the homecooked soup, fifty cakes and memories to boot. Okay, so that's a bit of an exaggeration on the cakes, but we had some good dessert.

These pictures were from out last minute goodbye's in "Food Pyramid's" parking lot. We sure know how to give out classy greetings! All to say, "We love you guys and Lexy loved Piper!"

Back to Awana's

Remember this logo; I sure didn't. If I recall; I wore an unstylish, gray collared button-up shirt with a dated "Awana's" logo fifteen years ago. I guess, in my mind, the outfit mattered little since it was about hanging out with friends. That and everyone had to wear the same shirt! I recently drifted back in thought to memories of Awana days after a call from our State Farm Agent a few weeks back. Random, I know.

Ironically, I had been telling Brenton that I want to be better at connecting with people outside of work and our christian circle. I initially thought of my parents who have always been so talented at reaching out to people of many different circumstances. Not more than a few days later, our local car insurance agent called me. (This lady has always been my favorite to visit at our State Farm office because of her genuinely sweet nature. Little did I know that she was just displaying the fruits of the spirit.) She had called to inform me that their speaker for "Mission Night" at Awana's had to back out. Her thoughts had run back to a conversation where I'd mentioned to her that Brenton has a passion for missions, so she asked if we'd be interested in presenting a lesson. Of course, I was thrilled due my recent conversation with Brenton and my love for missions. What an amazing opportunity.

So, Brenton and I have twenty minutes, a week from this Wednesday, to present a little message on missions to a group of children. Though that should not be understated, since Brenton and I are a little skeptical of how well we will contain the excitement of 100 K - 5th graders. This will be no less than exciting; you can count on that! We'd love your prayers.

Look Alikes?

Brenton and I thought our nephew and pup had some similarities. Any thoughts?


Jen and B, we were wondering if Jaylon can sit, shake and lay too? Seems like Lexy's always going to be a step ahead...sorry.