The Brave Warrior

Silas loves playing with his horses. He often enjoys lining up his animals for a parade. We have enjoyed watching him in his quiet and shy moments when he expresses great creativity and imagination. It's interesting how quickly a parade can become a battle procession. His latest battle included colliding with our brick fireplace. Silas didn't cry much even though we had to go to the ER to get the gash on the back of his head glued shut. He is our brave little warrior.

The Elf Scientist

Isaac was totally enthralled with elves this past Christmas season. Santa Clause 2 and Prep and Landing gave him plenty to think about. Here, he is modeling his "night vision goggles" that equip him to see in dark homes at night. While Sarah and I weren't sure he could see at all, he assured us that his sunglasses with paper tubes were perfect for seeing children who were still up as Santa was about to arrive. Silas's "night vision goggles" were similar, but had the added feature of a small battery powered votive candle taped just above the bridge of his sunglasses. His version, while certainly providing more light, were so heavy, they kept falling off his face. While he worked hard to convince us he could see great, the evidence proved otherwise when he walked into his brother with the paper tubes.

Madeline laughs

Well I do seem a little obnoxious in this video, but it is fun to hear Madeline laugh!

The Angels in Heaven say, "Hey, look at that!"

We dedicated Madeline to the Lord on January 31, 2010. My pastoral mentor, Rev. Bud Pugh, did the dedication. He is the pastor who dedicated both the boys here at Coquille too. Sometimes pastoring is discouraging because you try to keep track of sheep. Ocasionally it is good to do something (like dedicating your daughter) that reminds you to be obedient because your just a sheep too. This dedication was so special because the boys were active in dedicating Madeline. It was just a good thing!