Shuttle Launch

David and Lynn (Erin's parents) saw the Space Shuttle launch while they were in Florida a couple of months ago. This is the launch that carried parts to repair the toilet on the International Space Station. What an amazing sight!

New House!

The classic "New Home" picture...

We love our neighbors, and we can't wait to continue to build our friendships with them while we're here. We miss all of our friends spread out all over the U.S., but we are so excited about this opportunity to plant here in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of the nation. We are excited about growing roots here, and excited about the memories we'll build in this house. May God always have the glory, and may we always remember that it's His to do with what He wills.

Boomer in his first backyard

Our newest pet, Penny. The previous owners abandoned her in front of the house out in the street. When we drove up to the house with the moving truck, she was running around out in the street. We could not believe that the previous owners did this. Thankfully, she's a sweet dog, and she gets along great with Boomer. Her fur was matted, and this is actually a picture from after Erin shaved her. It took about 5 hours for Erin to shave her down because of all the mats. Her teeth had never been cleaned, and she was left out in the backyard 100% of the time, even when it was over a hundred degrees, and when the sprinklers were on, and in the dead of winter.

The vet thinks that she's about 8 years old, but the neighbors say that she's 12 years old. We don't know, but we sure are glad that she's joined our tribe! We now have a ZOO here! We are so glad that she will have a better go of it now. Anyway, meet Penny (like a lucky penny).

Our living room looking toward the dining and kitchen area

More Flying Pics

Another day at the office...

My office view (Downtown Dallas)...

More of the view from my office window

Our 5th Anniversary

Because Erin has made the last 5 years the best in my life, I got a limousine for our anniversary to celebrate making it to this milestone in our relationship. We went to Del Frisco's in downtown Fort Worth (which is a really nice steakhouse), and then enjoyed the limo for a little while after that. After we got back home, Erin threw a Hawaiian luau for us, to remind us of our honeymoon 5 years ago. We had a great time, and it was so fun to celebrate what God has done for us over these past five years.

Vangie and Roman's Wedding

A few weeks ago, we went to Wichita, KS to marry Vangie to Roman. Roman and Vangie have dated for a really long time, and they are now finally married. It's really good to see them be married...they're truly made for each other. I got to officiate the wedding, which was a real honor. The reception rocked, and it was a blast for everyone. If you'd like to see more about their wedding, visit their website at www.vangieandroman.com

Of course, my very sane and relaxed brother Jesse...