Monday, July 20th 2009

Good Evening!

This is a new concept to me, so please be patient as I learn to post events of our family as well as pictures. We live a fairly quite life so don't expect earth-shattering news or edge-of-your-seat excitement, but the occasional updates as to Holly's development as well as tidbits of humor from the mouths of Lauren & David may bring you a smile.

This picture was taken at the City Museum in St. Louis on July 2nd. What an incredible, almost indescribable place! This was our second visit (the first being two years ago). They continue to add more personality each year. Since we were there last they've open up the roof where you can ride a ferris wheel, walk through the fountain (it looks like you're walking on water), slide down the super-fast & super-long slide, & walk through the school bus that's hanging precariously (or so it looks) off the edge of the 11th story. Our family pic was taken inside one of the many breath-taking rooms. This one is designed to look like you're in a cave, complete w/ stalagmites & stalactites. Adding to the atmosphere of the cave was the incredible 1924 Wurlitzer Pipe Organ once played in the Ravioli Theater in New York City exploding w/ songs such as the Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Phantom of the Opera theme music. Considering that in order to appreciate the entire scope of the museum you need to practically crawl through it (much of it consists of a series of interwoven tunnels ingeniously designed to lead you through ceiling, floor, & giant sculputures alike); we'll try to make our next visit when Holly's a little older.

Before I end, I'd like to express appreciation to all of our family & friends. The love & friendship you bring to our lives is precious to us. We are also unceasingly grateful for the beautiful Christ-like examples that so many of you provide for us & our children.

Goodnight & God Bless!
Ps.alms 146:1-2