July 4th

On July 4th Lori and her two children, Tanner and Cheyenne along with Grandma and Grandpa McMullen had a lovely dinner at Elaine Manley's (Nana) then went and watched the fireworks from the bluff overlooking lake michigan in St. Joseph.

The ladies painted their toenails patriotic colors.

Lori and Kids in Denver

Lori had to go to Denver for a week to some meetings so she took the kids with her for a mini vacation. She sent back some pictures. Looks like Tanner and Cheyenne are feeding the camels. I think this may be at the Lincoln, NE zoo where they spent Sabbath with the Russells.

I know this is taken at Lincoln, NE since this is a "world famous" pizza place. All Union College students rave about the pizza. Will have to try it some time we are in Lincoln.

Lori and the kids with ??? Will have to have Lori tell me who this lady is. Stay posted for update.

Shawn shared some pictures

Both boys are in to sports, both winter and summer. Here Zack is taking a mean cut at the ball.

Connor is about to slip one past the goalie - if it would just stay on my stick!!!

Zack wears the 'A' on his jersey. His team did very well this past winter.

Connor seems to enjoy the out of doors

Love that smile!!

Lexi did very well again this year in Track & Field

Zack waiting for his turn to slug it out of the park

The boys!!

And they have a dog - Missy is her name.

Counting my blessings

Today my screen saver brought up this picture and it got me thinking about how blessed my life has been. Even though this picture is several years old there has been no additions or deletions so to me it is still current.

I have been blessed with a loving wife and three of the greatest kids. Although Shawn and his family live 5 hours away I don't think there is a day goes by but what I don't think about them. Shawn and Carrie work hard to provide a loving home environment for their three children and all three kids are great!! They love sports and are active year round.

I am blessed by having Lori and Brian back in Berrien where I get to see them and their two kids on a regular basis. Last night I went to their school's Spring concert and got to watch Cheyenne playin 4 numbers while having Tanner sitting on my lap. Now that is heaven for Grandpa. Tanner also plays in the beginning strings section.

Daryl and Tammy live only 25 miles away but it seems further since they are very active in their church and work activities. It is great when we can get together on the odd weekend. Their three kids are growing so fast and it is great to have them come visit. Allison and Rachel took ice skating lessons this spring so the Canadian blood is still flowing. And Tyler - well being the youngest grandchild makes him just real special.

So I thank God each day for His blessings and thank you kids for making this old heart happy.

love you all, Grandpa

Canada wins Gold

IHWC.net 2007

First picnic of 2007

On Friday May 4th Grandpa just finished construction of a new shed. Since the grandkids were coming for a picnic he left it empty so they could enjoy it one time as a playhouse.

The 10' x 7' shed where all the junk can be stored instead of in the garage.

Allison, Rachel, Cheyenne and Tanner enjoying the hammock

that Lori brought back from Guatemala

Time to eat

The kids enjoying their temporary playhouse

Hard to get them all in the picture at same time - had to get tyler in it but rachel disappeared

Tanner and Cheyenne soccer games

Cheyenne throwing the ball in from sidelines.

Cheyenne just waiting for that ole ball to come her way.

After a well played game there was refreshments.

Tanner and fellow teammate going for the ball

Looks like that ole ball is about to be attacked by a bunch of players.

Tanner racing down field

Game over. As you can see the weather was not very nice but the kids had fun.