Alert Tower

When you pull into the Alert campus you notice the climbing tower, even before the actual beautiful entrance. That tower is used for teaching climbing, high rescues and rappelling.

The tower ready for work.

Joe going off the high tower after doing several times at the lower level.

Brandon working down the tower cautiously.

Jason comes bounding down in his long legs.

Michael takes the plunge after much encouragement and was very glad her did.

Jumping Up and Down

Jelly stone campground where the Charles stayed had a giant pillow that the kids had great fun on...it's easier to see it than explain it...

Tiger Creek

In Texas, on one of our free days, we visited Tiger Creek near Tyler. It is a sanctuary for large cats--Tigers, Cougars, leopards and lions. They were beautiful and magnificent.

We also got to visit with te Charles...an added bonus.

Love in Action

Love...that strange amazing thing...love between this mama and daughter...amazing bond between this dad and daughter...love between siblings...love conquering all.

For the past 2 months, we have had a front row seat to see the Power of Love as the Lord slowly peeled back the layers to tear down the walls and close chapters to begin a new work. He healed old wounds and set her feet on new ground. New experiences, new challenges, digging into the truth...God is amazing in His work.

This new chapter begins and we were privileged to see the beginning...joy unspeakable joy.

Sweet memories....prayer warriors, horses and hay, the Deerfield Fair, the 250th celebration of Raymond, the beach, beautiful fall colors of NH, house church, Bible studies, short little walks that became amazingly long. We love you Sabrina and your sweet family.

Sweet treasures of Friendship

These 2 folks have been a part of our life for a long time...we bonded together as we shared our journey together in Germany, having our babies together, volksmarching and it's been a long time since we have seen them.

We met up with them these past few days to catch up, enjoy one another's company and share what is happening in our lives. Oh, what a sweet treasure they are!

Memphis and the Mighty Mississippi

On the road again was our motto for two days...breakfast with all the grandparents, a stop at German restaurant Edelweiss and then our arrival in Memphis.

We spent the day with Aunt Suzy, Oma and our dear friends Scott and Carla. Their son had dinner with us the evening before.

We saw some sights, Elvis's Graceland, an incredible BarBQ place, sights of Memphis, and the Mighty Mississippi at sunset.

Dinner at the Edelweiss ...yum--Schnitzel with noodles

Our dear friends Scott and Carla with Darrell

Carefree time at a water park along the Mississippi in Memphis

Sunset....isn't it just beautiful?

More sunset with the kids playing at an obstacle course along the river....magical moments.

Quiet Peaceful Morning

A quiet peaceful walk out on the trails. We stopped and lingered. One of the kids said they could feel God's presence.

Oh how beautiful....