This Will Be A Lovely Week
SO, some very good news is that my little newlywed sister and her newlywed husband have come all the way from
To their credit, I am amazed they even looked this cognitive. They had a ten hour flight to DC and then rented a car and drove for another 8 hours straight to get to our house yesterday morning. Despite that killer of a trip, they soon sprang to life. My kids were in heaven, they brought a whole suitcase full of very fun presents. They will be here for a week – it is exactly what we needed. They are experts at keeping things light and very very fun. Plus my sister is an abnormally proficient organizer and cleaner, so that’s an added bonus! My new bro-in-law is a very funny guy. He does not sit still for long. In the afternoon, Geoff had Coie work on her car; while they were doing that, Mr. Charles Preston made himself useful in any and every way he could think of. Here is Coie taking care of business. Can you see Mr. Preston in the background also working hard?
Their rental was giving him some trouble on the way down…
Mr. Preston has kept busy since he got here. The kids love it. He has been building (or teaching them to build) all manner of stuff – tire swings, bows and arrows, etc. Very sweet. I like him quite a lot, even despite the fact that he has the nerve to beat me at Boggle. And…for those of you scratching your head, yes, I know what you are wondering, and no, I can’t explain it. But thank you for your emails and for all of the very kind comments and especially for your continued prayers. |
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on July 14th, 2007 at 9:01 am
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You play Boggle? That's it. I am definitely inviting myself down for a visit ;).
Rachel
http://rachelstarrthomson.blogspot.com
on July 14th, 2007 at 9:44 am
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Dear Jen-
I am so glad your sister is visiting.
I hope you have a blessed week together.
Still praying!
Love,
Maria
on July 14th, 2007 at 10:03 am
You betcha:):)
we will continue to keep praying!!:):)
We are soooo glad that your sweet sister and her hubby are here!:) Have a great time and enjoy the SWEET!!!! fellowship!! Yippee!!!
Love,
Angie:)
on July 14th, 2007 at 10:21 am
how Fun
Isn't God amazing. In times of trials He blesses us in little ways.
So glad to see you have help and some distractions. Praying for whatever is on your hearts and in God's plan.
on July 14th, 2007 at 10:21 am
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We will keep you all in our prayers!
I hope that you have a great visit with your little sister!
Michelle W.
on July 14th, 2007 at 1:28 pm
still praying..
and just want you to know what a blessing your family has been to ours, though we've never met. Your authenticity, your writing, the love for each other that shines through….hang in there and I hope you have a wonderful week!
another Jen
on July 14th, 2007 at 2:09 pm
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Tell Jess hi from quietcajun!
You are still in my prayers. No need to explain anything to us… just tell it to your Heavenly Father. He is the only one who really needs to know.
on July 14th, 2007 at 4:06 pm
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Ahhh… nothing like a sister to make you smile and just know what you need. My sisters are all together right now at my parent's house. But alas, this is the first time EVER that I could have gone but chose to stay home. Too much travelling has made my family get wonky– and not in a good way!
Yup, those economy cars aren't as roomy as they used to be. A handy-dandy brother-in-law is <i>tres cool</i>… Especially if they are the present-toting variety.
And can we say enough good stuff about Coie? She is definitely my kind of girl– not too fru-fru.
Love ya,
Marshie
on July 14th, 2007 at 6:29 pm
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Gee…must have been a VERY long 8-hour trip for them in that little car. Tell me: Which one steered, and which one pushed? LOL!
Glad they're there to visit you. Been praying hard for you and your family. It's usually when times are the hardest that we can feel God's arms around us the best.
{{hug}}
Sally
on July 14th, 2007 at 6:48 pm
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I'm so glad your little sister and her new husband came to visit. What a sweet and fun time for you all. 🙂
JoAnn
on July 14th, 2007 at 8:29 pm
Awww…
How nice for all of you!
That Coie is downright amazing! That's one multi-talented young lady you have there!
on July 15th, 2007 at 1:11 am
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how wonderful that they are there for you! i have been praying. will continue.
on July 15th, 2007 at 8:30 pm
:+)
I had forgotten that Jess and Husband were coming! I am SO glad for you all.
Hi Jess and Husband! :+)
Warmly,
Kate
on July 15th, 2007 at 8:33 pm
Praying
Yes, still praying. God bless.
Shawn
http://sabigail.blogspot.com
on July 15th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
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So glad you're enjoying a family visit. My sister is coming tomorrow, but only for 2 nights. Sounds like her new husband is fitting right in—is that a scary thought–for him?
Letitia
on July 16th, 2007 at 1:19 am
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What a fun surprise (to me, anyway)! Say "hi" to Jess & Charlie for me. Hope you all have a very blessed week! Sounds like it's going to be a blast… as well as productive. 🙂
~Connie
on July 16th, 2007 at 1:51 pm
Sisters
I am so blessed that my sister and I live less than a mile from one another! Out youngest sister is home for the summer and then back to school she'll go. My sisters are my bestestest friends! Sisters are wonderful!
on July 16th, 2007 at 3:53 pm
Yay!
I'm so glad that your sister is there with you! And your brother in law as well. That will be great fun for you all!
Blessings,
Crystal
on July 17th, 2007 at 9:11 am
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That rental car is cute!!!!! Resembles the one they rented on their honeymoon (yes, I visited your sister's blog and didn't comment…does this mean I'm a lurker????)
I'm so happy for you all that your getting to be with your little sister and her new hubby…how old are they…they look like teenagers!!!!!! And your sister is just as gorgeous as you are!!!!! Charles (is that what he goes by) and Geoff are two lucky fellas!
Love,
Shay
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