Purposeful walking

We are once again participating in the Carenet Walk for Life this Saturday.  This is one of the two annual fundraisers for the organization.  Carenet Crisis Pregnancy Center has been an important part of our lives for the last 10 years.  I first began counseling there about 10 years ago and saw the hearts and lives changed of many girls...even having the privilege to lead several to Christ.  Michael also did some counseling with the men starting a few years later.  Although time and children have kept me from being in the counseling room, Michael still continues very active involvement as a member of the Board of Directors there.  We have never ceased to support this ministry that not only helps girls with material needs but also attempts to meet the spiritual needs as well.  

Currently Carenet is weeks away from opening a second location in Cypress.  This means the opportunity to reach girls and their spheres of influence is broadening!  Often not only the girls are impacted but also the baby's father, other family members, and friends.

We are walking this year again in order to raise funds to help this valuable organization continue.  If you are interested in sponsoring us, you may do so directly using this link:  http://www.fundeasy.com/m/2760477/

If you are interested in walking yourself, it is not too late to sign up.  The walk will be Saturday (Apr 2) from 8:15-10:00 am.  You may sign up using this link:  https://secure.ministrysync.com/ministrysync/event/website/Participate/Participate.php?eid=10202 

Carenet is now ECFA certified which demands the highest standards of integrity and responsible stewardship.  

All tax donations are tax deductible.  

a day of photos

When driving to Bouncing Bears the day before, we passed by a huge old oak tree where I have been meaning to take pictures for a while.  The property is an old restaurant that has been around for forever but finally went out of business and will likely shortly be demolished, oak tree and all, in the name of progress.  I also wanted to head up the street to a farm area too.

It was a cloudy day so no direct sun in kid's eyes...their greatest aversion.  I have sensitive eyes to light and mine were fine, but unfortunately, both E and D immediately started complaining about the light in their eyes.  They could (would) not keep their eyes open .  A managed to stay pretty cheerful and compliant most of the time.

 There also happened to be a patch of bluebonnets by the oak tree...

Then, up the street to the farm.  Unfortunately, I let the kids eat a blueberry laffy taffy first.  E had some really blue lips and teeth!

Just seconds from the house, we decided to stop and take a few pictures at the incredible floral display at the entrance of the neighborhood.  No success.  The kids eyes couldn't stay open.

We opted for a few more pictures outside in our front and backyard.  No great wonders but...once again, Abigail came out shining.

After lunch, I decided to go the safe route and bring the kids indoors for some non-sun action.  Yes, we did have some problems with shadows, but overall, some very sweet pictures.  (and E's dance moves were entirely her doing)