For fun... and a bit of truth too...

There was a preacher whose wife was expecting a baby so he went to the congregation and asked for a raise. After much consideration and discussion, they passed a rule that whenever the preacher's family expanded, so would his paycheck.

After 6 children, this started to get expensive and the Congregation decided to hold another meeting to discuss the preacher's salary. There was much yelling and bickering about how much the clergyman's additional children were costing the church. Finally, the Preacher got up and spoke to the crowd, "Children are a gift from God," he said. Silence fell on the congregation.

In the back of the room, a little old lady stood up and in her frail voice said, "Rain is also a gift from God, but when we get too much, we wear rubbers."And the congregation said, "amen."

Karen's (March 18) birthday photo... 35 and still going strong!

the BIG bash!

The Hat Sisters in Chicago....March 12. Aren't we just the coolest bunch!! :-) 

Here's the birthday picture! 

Missed Birthday!!!

We missed a very important birthday on March 18th. Happy 55th Birthday, Mom (Karen)!!! Hope you had a great dinner and are enjoying your wonderful new gift.

Love you, Melissa


If anyone has a picture of my mom, could you post it as her "birthday photo?"

Birthday News...

Happy 57th Birthday, Judy! (March 20) Warmer days are ahead; in the meantime, keep smilin'! I've been having a hard time getting Hello to publish your picture. I'm not sure if its Hello or my computer. I'll keep trying. Enjoy your day....on this first day of spring!!

huh?

New York Times - The Senate rejected several Democratic amendments to the bankruptcy legislation on Thursday, including one that would have closed a loophole that lets wealthy people protect millions of dollars in assets from creditors even after filing for bankruptcy.

factual reality... I would encourage you to read the bill S. 256... it needs attention from those of us who follow Jesus.

Grandpa and the grandkids...Feb. 12 at Beechwood Inn