Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Camp and More....

Hello everyone! We got another camera and finally found time to share some of the last month with you.

The main event was camp! Aaron was the director, so between preparation and the actual week, it kept us pretty busy.

Some of these pictures are out of order, but above is Esther at camp giving Daddy a big smile :)

Miriam and Julie graciously came along as much-needed counselors - this is Miriam in the dining hall, which was below the chapel.



Esther playing carpet ball at camp - but I had to take her out pretty quickly because she kept wanting to eat the bug-and-germ-covered balls.



This is Esther at my parents enjoying the toy shelf! She's becoming more mobile everyday and keeps us busy keeping an eye on her. She's also learned to wave :) and is getting her top two teeth.



I love this picture! Esther with a happened-to-match teddy bear from her O. grandparents. Oh, and that's not a scrape on her forehead - she just woke up from sleeping face down.








This is all the way back from 4th of July (or around there) - Esther is trying out a slice of cucumber - she's getting better at eating, although I'm not sure who's really the one learning how this works...her or me!



Baby, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother - four generations of daughters!



Morning devotions at the waterfront at camp - Aaron did a great job as the director! There were 83 kids who attended and over 20 made a profession of salvation - including three from our church that we'd been praying for! It was in central MN, the weather was great, and I think everyone had a good time.



This was a new addition called "Gaga Ball" - I never did figure out exactly how to play it....You can see the chapel in the background.



A couple people from our church came along and one of them helped out with the fishing. I guess they caught tons of panfish - I think that's what they were - but threw them back.



Aaron and I taught the 3-6th grade campers. The theme was "Heros of the Faith" from Hebrews 11, so he did Abraham, Isaac/Jacob, Moses, and Jesus Christ. I helped out with some of the songs, teaching verses, and a missionary story. Aaron did the Bible lessons and songs and a lot of review. Hopefully they all learned a lot because we went through a lot of information!



Due to rain the first day, our games got a little messed up and we ended up doing skits/charades on the last night. It worked out really well actually - this is Miriam's cabin acting out the Christmas story. Miriam said she's been in a lot of programs and done a lot of roles, but this was her first time being Joseph!



Every night there was a campfire service and different pastors spoke - this is Aaron on the last night.



We stopped at Arby's (Aaron's favorite....) on the way home - it seemed strangely quiet and peaceful without any campers around :)



Guess what was waiting for us the next morning?! The cucumbers that were small when we left were big enough that waiting 'till Monday wasn't an option.



Aaron helped me and we ended up with 16 quarts...good thing too...I've been eating more pickles than usual these days :)








Speaking of the baby-to-come, I had my first prenatal today and thankfully, everything seems to be fine and normal.



I had let Esther be in her stroller unstrapped for just a moment as I was checking something and turned around and found her standing up! I guess that's why they say to keep them strapped in!



The garden - we didn't do a very good job weeding this summer, but things seem to be growing and we've been eating stir-frys and salads and freezing beans, so we're thankful to the Lord for the continual miracle of seeds growing into food!








I'll close with some big news - we're moving to TN! The end of this month - middle part of the state - Aaron has been asked to pastor a church down there - town of about 15,000 or so - we haven't found a house yet, but we're looking - so, it'll be a big change, and we'll miss MN a lot, but I'm sure the Lord has new things planned for us! And I'll try to post on the blog more often!








11 comments:

Carra said...

Dear Naomi (and all),
I look forward to your posts. I am so blessed by them. It is wonderful to see your growing family functioning. :)

It's exciting that you're moving to TN... moving is so unnerving to me sometimes. We've moved many times over the years, but it has always come with many blessings.

The Lord Jesus is very Good, and we know He always has our lives completely in His Plan, if we are willing to follow Him.
Love Carra

PS. Thanks again for sharing.

Jennifer Where the Green Grass Grows said...

Hey,
Could you tell me what church if you don't mind that your going to be at in TN. I think a lot of you and your family and blog by reading it and following along. I just moved to clarksville TN and was just wondering if the church was close to here. We are looking for a good church. If you want to email me you can reach me at jenniferdbrewer at yahoo dot com or comment on my blog. Thank you and God bless:)

All in a Day said...

Wow, congratulations on your new little one-to-come!

The K. Family said...

I sure hope you post more or we're really going to miss you all! We'll be missing you a lot anyway, especially Esther and that cute little smile! You should probably have a lot of land when you move because I have a feeling Aaron's going to want a bigger garden! Looks great and a nice post, Naomi. Love you!

We Three said...

Hey Naomi! Thanks for the blog you recommended :) I'm on my way to check it out and wanted to check in with you.
Praying about the house - let us know if you need anything 'cause we're close. :)

Jennifer Where the Green Grass Grows said...

Awesome! Thank you so much for writing me back on my blog:) We are looking for independent baptist or southern baptist mainly just a good bible church that preaches the word!! I will have to look those up you mentioned and try visiting:) Thanks so much for the info. God bless!!

Anonymous said...

Dear Naomi (and family)
Thanks for the beautiful post and all the news!
May Jesus bless you!

Unknown said...

Aaron and Naomi,
We will miss having you around, but we pray God will use you greatly as you serve Him in TN.

Daniel and Rachel said...

I still can't believe you're moving!!!!! :( I'm happy for you guys but I'm scared I'll never see you all again!! Haha.....I guess there's always Christmas. Anyway, I'm glad you all are doing well and I can't wait to see you!!! :) We're planning on coming up for the opening weekend at the maze! Yay!!

Anonymous said...

great inspiration..sister.. Passing by to say hi hope you visit me one day ok? god bless you

Jewel said...

Hey! It was fun to see some new pics!! I got to Flodia fine, & go to work tomorrow. I sat next to a girl in the Air force who wors with Josh Satchwill! Small worl, or what???
I love and miss you guys!

Julie