Fruitbearers

2011 was a memorable year for us. We're thankful for all of God's blessings. What a mighty & awesome God we serve! 1. In Jan., we went cross country skiing at Timberline Lodge (admiring Mt. Hood) and Glacier View Snow Park. And in Feb., we went sledding at Bald Peak State Park. 2. In May, our daughter, Alyssa, got inducted into the Steps for Life Hall of Fame since she had raised over $10,000 for the Pregnancy Resource Centers. 3. From July 7th to 10th, we took an all-expense-paid trip to Colorado. I won the Celebrate Life Contest hosted by Focus on the Family the previous year. I posted about our experience here . 4. On July 23rd, Alyssa celebrated her double milestones. She turned 18 and had her high school graduation party. We're so proud of our first homeschool graduate! Eric (my husband/her Daddy) wrote a song for Alyssa, played the piano, and sang to her at the graduation ceremony. Alyssa shared about our Colorado trip and her graduation party on her ...

How Many Kings by Downhere O Come, O Come Emmanuel (Latin hymn from 12th century, English translation by John M. Neale, 1818-1866, performed by Selah) Come Thou Long Expected Jesus (written by Charles Wesley, 1707-1788)/ Come Thou Long Expected Jesus by Fernando Ortega O Come All Ye Faithful (Latin hymn from 18th century, English translation by Frederick Oakeley, 1802-1880, performed by Casting Crowns) Jesus, Light of the World by Third Day / Light of the World by Chris Tomlin While You Were Sleeping by Casting Crowns When Love Was Born by Mark Schultz He Made a Way in a Manger Joy to the World/Joy, Unspeakable Joy by Chris Tomlin (original hymn written by Isaac Watts, 1674-1748) What Child Is This? (written by William C. Dix, 1837-1898, performed by Fernando Ortega) O Little Town of Bethlehem (written by Phillips Brooks, 1835-1893, performed by Jeremy Camp)/ O Little Town of Bethlehem by Fernando Ortega Away in a Manger by Cedarmont Kids O Holy Night by David Phelp...

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It's time for another weekly photo hunt, hosted by Sandi at The Saturday PhotoHunt . This week's theme is Joy. " I have no greater JOY than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. " 3 John 4

This week, we welcome a new host, Sandi, at The Saturday PhotoHunt . This week's theme is Lights.

SYNOPSIS:   Thomas Kinkade presents  Christmas Lodge : a place where a heart-warming past and loving future meet for one remarkable group of people. During a weekend trip to the mountains, Mary (Erin Karpluk) finds herself at the now- dilapidated lodge where she spent the holidays with her family growing up. She becomes determined to restore the building to its former glory. Inspired by her grandfather and guided by her grandmother in heaven, Mary throws herself into the project, and during the process finds herself drawn to Jack (Michael Shanks), a handsome man who loves the lodge as much as she does. Historically unlucky in love, this chance encounter allows Mary to renew her faith in life and discover her one true love. For an uplifting story about the importance of faith, family and the true holiday spirit, go to the  Christmas Lodge . MY THOUGHTS AND REVIEW: Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner :)? Christmas Lodge is a clean Christi...