Nativity scene

The Riggs family has continually blessed our family in many ways.
When the opportunity arose to serve them in a small way, mom quickly volunteered us. It's not everyday we (the older kids) get to play dress up. While I'm sure we didn't do the real nativity scene justice, we tried our best. I think it turned out quite nice-don't you? :)

Majella

After attending the Majella Benefit Gala up in Austin, I will never look at the topic of abortion in the same way! Don't get me wrong, I knew that I was pro life, and that the issue of abortion was a major threat facing the future of America, but I guess I never really put much thought into it! The issue always seemed distant-- one that wouldn't effect me. I certainly do not look at it that way anymore! After I had the privilege of attending the fundraiser last year in Austin I had a whole new perspective on the issue! It totally woke me up to how rampant, horrible and real abortion is! So you can imagine how excited I was to hear that the event was coming to San Antonio! Let me warn you, if you are looking to hold on to your money, you might want to stay home from this event. For some reason this fundraiser has a unique way of taking more from you than you ever intended to give (I guess thats a good thing). It's a evening full of fun and good food, but most importantly, it's a very thought provoking, heart wrenching, life changing event! As always, Mike Huckabee was unbelievably entertaining. For some reason I still laugh when he tells his jokes (even though I have heard them many times). If you ever get the chance to hear him or attend a Majella benefit dinner, don't pass it up, IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE.....might I add, in a good way! ~Brandon

Practicing on us :)

With Rebecca starting a new adventure, Katherine, Kristalyn and l wanted to help so we gathered a group of ladies together and let her practice on us :) We had a fun evening and Rebecca did a great job with her presentation of her Mary Kay products. We especially loved the new facial products and Katherine and I were able to get some hostess gifts and even order the facial products at a discounted price. With Rebecca's enthusiasm, bubbly personality, love for people and a great product to sell we look forward to seeing how God blesses her efforts. THANK YOU REBECCA FOR THE LOVELY EVENING and a special THANK YOU to all the friends that came to help us encourage and support Rebecca.

If you would like to help Rebecca by letting her practice on you or order some lovely products you can contact her at RebeccaAnne@marykay.com

Christmas Party with the Hurt Family

It was like no other Christmas party we had ever been to! Each child of all ages received a gift along with each couple. Sam and Joyce Hurt lovingly shopped, decorated and fed many families from their Sunday school classes. The children all sat around the Christmas tree listening to Joyce teach them and pass out their presents. It was an awesome sight to behold. No sooner than when Joyce said "GO" there were sounds of squeals and delight as paper flew everywhere and all the children opened their gifts at the same time. The parents received the most beautiful box with a lovely glass ornament that had a beautifully painted manger scene on it. We indulged in eating delicious steak and chicken fajitas and a variety of snacks and desserts! The night was too soon over but the memories linger on. THANK YOU SAM AND JOYCE FOR THE LABOR OF LOVE AND UNSELFISH ACTS OF KINDNESS TO OUR FAMILY AND SO MANY OTHERS! ! !

Harp Christmas Concert, Miniature golf and Freddie's Frozen Custard!

Our day started with the girls getting to play their harp duets for the early morning and late morning church service.  Then quickly went to SA to be a part of a large harp ensemble with a bell choir.  It was a very lovely program.  I believe there were sixteen harps on stage!  The music was simply heavenly.  About three or four years ago we went to the annual Christmas harp ensemble and Kristalyn dreamed of playing the harp someday and now she was there on stage playing those beautiful songs.  God is so faithful to give us the desires of our heart and even more...she gets to have a sister learn and play right along with her.  How amazing is that?! For Kristalyn, not being able to continue her piano or violin this year has been difficult but God has been so gracious to give her harp lessons to keep her going.  She loves her music!  

After the concert we were all invited to head over to play miniature golf...what FUN! Can you imagine all sixteen of us trying to get organized and divided into "even" teams since many have never played before. We started off with a group lesson from the notorious golfer, Mr. Michael Clark. He taught us all so well that even while chasing little ones and balls we still managed to get the ball in the hole...eventually:) Kaylianna was just overtaken with the magnificent beauty of the whole place. She continually made comments like "look Mom, it's amazing, it looks like we are at a jungle" as she spreads her arms wide open and spins and dances around in circles taking it all in. Watching her, Christian and Justin truly made it an even a greater adventure!

Next, we headed over to get a bite to eat. We are so grateful that we have special friends that aren't scared off by the "masses". Walking into a restaurant and miniature golf with all of us is no quick and easy feat. Everything we do seems to be quite the adventure:) I think the people that worked at the restaurant thought some bus just unloaded. What fun memories were made! With full tummies and contented hearts we all said our farewells and headed back for home. We truly never cease to be amazed at the goodness of God to our family.