Fun in Nassau

Here is a video thanks to Sue Bond.

Women's Retreat

Well, I need lessons, the pictures are backwards to happenings and somewhat confusing. I am sorry. Maybe someone out there can counsel me.

Monday, the 25th of June found eleven women traveling in three cars to Fort Lauderdale. We were embarking on a Women's Retreat aboard the Bahama Celebration for two nights and "three days".
We found the process a little tedious but eventually all eleven of us made it through customs then began the search and find part - our cabins were on three different levels. Marie Ward had booked one suite to be used by two as well as the meeting room for our sessions. It was on level 7 with the dining rooms on level 5 and the other cabins spread from level 3 through 6. Some of the cabins were very tiny with others getting larger up to the nice sized suite. The cost for this retreat was minimal, as to why we decided to try this venue. I got by with $90.

Attached are a few pictures from the trip thanks to Susan Bond. You will see boarding process, meals, Bible study and worship in the suite, sunset, fun times, small group times, time at Mary Jane McPherson's home for our last study time ,worship with a well presented dance and meal as well as a picture of the storm that we traveled through coming home on Wednesday

Although this venue was different I found it to be a blessing in so many ways. I had time with members of my church that I do not usually get. We were able to share experiences that lifted each other up to the Lord. There were opportunities to participate in the activities offered on board as well as venturing onto shore at Nassau. We also could find spots for reflections on God's word and way for our lives. It is amazing how water - lots of water- can calm the soul; as well as stir up the emotions with the wind and waves.

God was all around and within us at all times!

Attendees were: Marie Ward - Director; Kay and Shauna Wilks, Leora Pinder, Joanne McCall, Shelley and Harriet Hill, Jan Graffius - travel coordinator; Trish Boyd, Susan Bond, and myself.

Brevard Zoo Trip

Grandma Lin went to Brevard Zoo with Johnmark, Cathy, Cate, Eve, and Jonah.


I enjoyed the animals of the zoo as well as the little ones that came with us.

Getting to the zoo around 11:30, we started with lunch.

We observed a variety of animals, including a giraffe in "time out" as he had run off the other giraffes from the viewers stand. He received NO pats or snacks!





















These a just a few of the pictures taken there. Do you see the baby birds in the water? Can you see the rhino's head? The baby "pig" was left alone by his mom for a few moments. I did not have my camera with me to get pictures of the lorakeets. (I still do not know how to spell this word.)





























With two areas left to explore,



We had a rest stop with snacks -

ice cream for Jonah, Eve and Cate!

The children could not make up their minds as to which way to go, so they were corralled again.

Short naps did occur for the children but basically they kept us entertained throughout the day's outing.

They are very happy children full of laughs, funny noises, singing "A, B,.." and words in the making.


When Mom and Dad are ready to go again, I hope to be included.

New York Visit

Grandma Lin got to visit Andrew, Kristin and Elisa in NY state for a few days.
I enjoyed the cooler weather (cold to me) and a few colored leaves left on the trees in some areas. I saw snow in the air, frozen water in the bird bath and heavy frost on the fields. While Kristin was busy with some school obligations, I was privileged to care for Elisa. She is a sweet little girl, who smiles and makes little sounds that endear her to a Grandma's heart.

A day with Joseph (Joey)

Joey and Lady became good friends. They would play chase each taking turns being the chased. They would play hide and seek. Usually Lady doing the hiding. There was some kind of flailing of arms and legs with Lady ducking in and out of the motions. Moments of sitting together and also the times when Joey just picked up Lady and took her where he wanted her to go.

While Mom (Grace), Grandpa John and the three older brothers went to the Space Center one day, Joey and I played at home. The following pictures speak for themselves.























AS the day drew to a close, Joey started winding down with some Veggie Tales.










He fell asleep on my bed and I called it a day.

John's Scooter

John drives a total of 100 miles a day to and from work. So in order to save on fuel, we ventured into the scooter world. We watch the weather reports daily and then pray they are accurate for his trips. Living where we do, the humidity index comes into play also. No sense getting ill just to save some money. So our Kia still gets a work out weekly. Just a couple dark pictures to share now but hope to add some in the future.
I have entered the scooter world of a difference genre`. I have been given an used electric scooter for the short distances to the grocery or post office. It is similar to the one I rode at Bok Towers. So no pictures for here.
We have already learned that John can go do an errand or two and circle extra blocks on his scooter while I am still in transit to the grocery. John's slowest speed in still faster than my fastest speed, so no outings together on our scooters.

Johnmark's First Scooter Ride