WE ARE FAMILY!!

We are continually reminded how God has blessed us with great boys, daughter-in-laws, and grandsons. This past week saw us leaving Kyle at Southwestern College for his freshman year and then later in the week celebrating Brayden's 1st birthday in Topeka. Kind of a bittersweet week yet a realization of the fact that "time waits for no one".

Gramps and Grammy with birthday boy Brayden and little Owen.

"I didn't do anything" !!

Kyle in his "luxury suite" at Southwestern.

"JUST" A GREAT TIME!

We had a wonderful time this weekend with Kyle graduating, Brayden being dedicated to the Lord, and family and friends gathering to help celebrate. Here are a few pics.

Kyle (with mom and dad) and his graduation cake.

Brayden being dedicated to the Lord on Sunday. Eric and Andrea (dad and mom) at his side.

Part of the "Just" crew at the graduation meal following worship on Sunday morning. Rod and his family were setting at another table. Of course, Todd and Melissa were home with little Owen. Part of Mary Lou's family were here on Saturday. Fun times!

18?? YOU'VE GOT TO BE KIDDING!

Kyle turned 18 on Friday so we threw a surprise party for him with a few kids who obviously had nothing else to do on a Friday night. What a motley crew.

Some hungry teens chowing down on some Mexican food, food, and more food. Notice the one with his mouth full? Poor thing - so deprived of things to eat.

I don't think U2 has anything to worry about. All of the above are musically and intrumentally challenged. But who cares? They had fun!!

Congrats Kyle on your 18th. We're proud of you!

ALL GOOD THINGS.......

Kyle's basketball career came to an end last Tuesday night as the Indians ended up losing a hard fought ball game to Sublette. We lost by three after leading most of the game. However it was probably the most complete game Kyle played all year, not to mention one of the best efforts by the boys on the team all season. It was a disappointment to lose but I was very proud of how the kids fought to the last second.

Kyle, I'm proud of how hard you played night in and night out. As you know, life is much like the game of basketball. A lot of bounces go your way, and a lot don't. How you respond determines how well you play the game, specifically the game of life.

Hmm........, I'd say the same holds true for all of us. What say you?

WHO IS THAT MUSIC MAN??

I was told this morning that if Kyle didn't know what to do when he got out of school he could always be a traveling salesman (aka Harold Hill).

Kyle and Remy
(Professor Hill and Marcellus)
Kyle and Jessica
(Professor Hill and Mrs. Paroo)

Dustin, Kyle, and Remy

(Charlie the angry salesman, Hill, and Marcellus)

What a great job by the cast of The Music Man. It was wonderful entertainment and the hard work sure paid off. Tori (the director) deserves a lot of credit, especially in light of some of the "extra stress" that was handed to her. I hope a lot of you were able to attend. It was well worth the time and the money.

Great job Kyle! We're proud of you!!!

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?

The best time of the year has finally arrived - fall and football. Last Friday night saw the Indians of Leoti defeat the Indians of Satanta in a rather strange game. After leading 20 - 0, we tried to give it away, only to see the last pass by Satanta caught and downed at the 1/2 yard line, just short of what would have tied the scored at 20. Time ran out and we walked off with a win, 20-14.

Over all, we played pretty well but showed that we were out of shape come the fourth quarter. The picture above is Kyle punting. He had a good night with one TD reception, a 2 point reception and 2 quarterback sacks, one for a fumble. Also did will kicking and punting. The team travels to Johnson for a much tougher game this Friday.

The fourth quarter reminded me of how we need to stay in spiritual shape. It's when we get tired and worn out that the devil goes to work. A good reminder to be disciplined in prayer, reading scripture, and worship - both individually and corporately.

The next kickoff is only days away. Time to get in shape.