Pictures

Just so the other members of the band don't feel slighted... like they'll ever come here... I wasn't able to get a picture with Adam Lestor or Scott Sheriff. They made themselves pretty scarce after the show. Maybe next time. Also forgot to get a digital picture of David Trask. He was so helpful and entertaining to the kids (and me too!). I really appreciated that.

Will Denton - drummer and all around cut-up

What can I say about Will... what a talent! I'm still trying to figure out some of the stuff he did up there. Thanks, Will for giving us a great show!
Pedro for President!

Adam and Justin from the band

These guys really know their way around Steven's music. They are incredibly gifted and put on a great show. One thing I noticed and really liked was the way they deflected "center stage" to Steven. They could play with just about anyone.

This is Scott from Shaohannah's Hope

Scott was a great meet and greet host. He took care of making sure we all got where we needed to be. He's a really great guy. I've emailed back and forth with him concerning the organisation and he is quick to respond and give the needed information.

First Meeting Ever!

My latest arrow.

This week holds much promise.

Well, I got notice tonight that I have been given meet and greet passes for some of my favorite artists at a concert this Thursday! I feel incredibly blessed to receive these. I bought the tickets to the show knowing that I could at least get close to the stage and be able to take some pictures. I never dreamed that I would be given passes to actually spend a couple of minutes with these artists. I feel a little like my friend John did when he found out he was going to get to meet these guys and girls. He said he felt giggly (I think that's how he put it). I understand him better now. I just wish I could talk guitar with these guys like John can. I know nothing about guitars. I just know that I really enjoy the music that they all write. I hope I don't seem like a dork <$1 to Aym4Him>.

The concert is Steven Curtis Chapman, Casting Crowns and Chris Tomlin. What a great combination of artists. They are sure to set the mood for a night of worship. I couldn't pick a better lineup! Go to their sites and take a listen.

The other interesting that is making my week... I won the auction for the front row seats and meet and greets on the SCC website! The tickets went pretty high, but I am proud and pleased to make this contribution to Shaohannah's Hope. I've contributed to them several times over the last couple of years. Definately a worthy organisation that I plan to support for as long as I am able.

Now I need to go out and buy some good batteries and a memory card for the digital camera. I certainly don't want to miss any opportunity to get pictures of what I consider a once in a lifetime experience.

Wonder if they want to go out to breakfast or lunch on the day they come into town. I mentioned that to Melissa (SCC's scheduler/assistant/right hand). They probably won't be in town early enough for that, though. Sure would be a neat thing to do, though.

I'll definately update after the show. Maybe even post some pictures here if I can figure out how.

Fly on the wall

Funny. The only reason I'm posting tonight is because I felt guilty for going around and reading (and commenting) on a few of my friends blogs and not giving them anything new to read.

It's not like there hasn't been anything going on to write about. Maybe it's the fact that there has been too much going on.

Went skiing yesterday with 4 of the kids. It was a lot of fun! We go once a year; usually in February. I'd like to go more often. Maybe next year. So far, 6 of my kids can ski. My oldest son tried snowboarding this time. By the end of the day, he was doing great! He even went off some of the ramps! I wish I had more of his confidence.

Work progresses as it usually does. I feel like I have a big target on my back. Seems like I can't do anything to satisfy those in authority. They claim that the communication on the team is lacking. The only place that it is lacking is top down. All the mushrooms communicate well with each other. It's so hard to be salt and light when you feel like you are 3 feet deep in manure.

Retirement beckons...

Gotta get in the Word more. Thanks, Emily for the look in the mirror.

Hang in there, John. One nice thing about fevers is the relative immobility of the kids. Too bad you are feeling immobile too. I'm praying for you.

Jeremy, put out those antennae. You're sure to get a feeling from the Lord about that resume idea.

Missy, I want you to be one of my daughters for real. You inspire me, girl!

Update time!

A lot has happened since I last posted.

I almost quit my job in a fit of frustration. Went outside and realized that I really don't want to go back to working in the cold, rain and etc. Swallowed my pride and made nice with the stupidvisor. I've ended up working an extra 50 hours these last few weeks. I hope to work there about 300 extra this year so that I can cut back on my electrical business.

We had all the windows replaced in our house. Plus two doors and a glass block window in the basement. Nice job by the contractor. Well worth the money. I would've taken years to do it at the rate I've been moving.

I rearranged the schoolroom to accomodate 4 kids studying at once. Now I've got to upgrade the computers. I signed up for cable internet service, so now they can all do their online portion of homework quickly and we can still use the phone. Plus, I can surf and post here at the same time. The home network is already set up. I did that last month.

Put the "extra" non-working washer and dryer at the curb for pickup. Good to finally have that out of the garage. Lots left to do in that garage still.

A couple of sick kids. Not too bad... just had to clean up a little spew. They are remarkably sedate when they're sick. Easy to watch since they don't move much.

I'm thinking of changing the car I plan to buy. The Ford Mustang is just looking so hot! I want to buy the Pontiac Solstice, but I hear from one of the managers building the dealer models that there may be some problems.

Went to a Crossmen rehearsal. I brought two of my boys with me. They love going. Saw some of the kids that I know from Drum Corps Planet. Found out that one got cut. She shouldn't have been from what I hear... Blah. Sponsored another one to help with tour fees. The show sounds great!

Chatted a good bit with my SCC friends this week too.
Major shout outs to Missy and John. Missy, you are an awesome young woman who is really seeking the Lord. Thanks for your help with all my "teen" questions. John, you are a great inspiration to me. I appreciate your humor and the way you point me back to having fun with my kids.

That's just a fraction of all that I've been doing. I'll post more on that list another time.