Fall 2011

Just finished our Fall display. Thanks to the farmers for leaving some corn stalks behind and for lots of bull rushes and tall grass along Michigan highways all we had to buy were the pumpkins.

Fall is here and can snow be far behind? My best season of the year is Fall eh.

Rachel and Allison Piano Recital

On Saturday, September 17th we were invited to hear Rachel and Allison perform a variety of pieces played on an electronic keyboard. They have been taking piano lessons for 3 years and their teacher decided to have them perform outside for family and friends. Allison and Rachel are the daughters of Daryl and Tammy McMullen and of course two of our great grandkids.

This is the program. You can see there were 5 fellow musicians who performed with them.

Allison was responsible for organizing the program including developing invitations and program. Good job Alli.

Friends and family brought heir lawn chairs and enjoyed a picnic lunch before the musicians performed.

Rachel played 5 pieces. She appeared very much at ease and did a great job on all her pieces.

Allison performed two pieces and again she did a great job.

Abby Callender, a close friend of Rachel and Allison, also performed a piece. She did a great job as well.

This is the piano Instructor helping Abby get setup to play.

All the kids did a great job and we enjoyed fine food as well as great music.

Fran September 2011

Fran's Staff picture for 2011

Rachel McMullen baptism

On Sunday August 28th 2011 Rachel committed her life to Jesus Christ.

Rachel going under the water in baptism signifying the burial of her old life and her commitment to follow Jesus.

Brother Tyler gives her a big hug.

Great Grandma Mary Grier

While I was sitting by Mary's bed side I noticed this figure in the kleenex. Sitting in the right position the kleenex made the image that looked like an Angel.

August 4, 2011 we lost Great Grandma Mary to that old enemy called death. But Jesus will have the last say in the matter as when He comes the second time, He will shout with a loud voice and Mary will wake from her sleep to life eternal. What a glorious morning that will be. Even so come Lord Jesus.

Reunion pictures by Kent

Thanks Kent for sharing your pictures with us.

Who's taking picture of who?

Terry trying on the hammock. Looks very comfy.

We went through a lot of wood. Thanks Bob for the fire it felt good especially Friday evening and Sunday morning.

Bob it really wasn't that cold!! And a second outfit !! How extravagant.

Bob's first outfit. Not sure if he wasn't warm enough or needed something a little lighter.

Those in attendance 2011 Reunion

Al and Fran McMullen enjoyed the reunion and thank each of the attendees for putting up with Al's constant camera presence. It was a great weekend, great weather, great food, great games, great host and hostess, and great friends to share old memories with. LET's DO IT AGAIN before we are all in wheelchairs eh.

Engvar Braaten was there in spirit. Al and Fran stopped by on way to Vernon and had a great visit. Engvar wanted us to say hi to everyone and wishes he could have joined us. He remains "Jake"; very positive and content with what has been dealt him. If you are in the Penticton area you will be blessed by paying him a visit. He enjoys short visits.

Fay and Kent Williamson

May and Bud Wiseman

Bob and Norma Disney

Don and Carol Andersen

May and Bob Barker

Arlene and Bruce Harrison

Norma and Kent relapsed into the 60's

Laurie and Don Disney

Gail and Dalton Heyland

Terry Andersen borrowed Al's wife Fran - just for picture!!!

More Pictures of Drayton Reunion 2011

Saturday morning early birds that went to chase those little white balls around the countryside.

The golf course north of Drayton. Seems like this was about the area where my 1957 Meteor met the rear end of another car.