Home Again

We just got home after spending 10 days in Colorado. We spent a few days with Richard and Janet while Kelley and Richard had some "projects" to do. They made a wok out of a plow disc for us to use with our camp stove. They also fixed our hitch for the back of our camper so we could carry our generator with us to camp. We camped at Marshall Pass for 5 days. Rod and Bonita joined us for4 days. We had a wonderful time exploring the mountains on 4 wheelers, visiting, playing games and eating the best food anywhere. Bonita has pictures of our family group up there. (Rod, Bonita, Richard, Janet, Deb, Jake, Laney, Brandon, Tripp, Kelley and I) Maybe she'll post them soon. We spent another 3 days in Rocky Ford while Kelley and Richard made a top for the wok, and Kelley used his new sprayer to paint Richard's feeders and other farm equipment. It looks almost new in John Deere Green. Janet and I got a lot of visiting done, and we all played Mexican Train almost every night. Janet, Kelley and I played until late most nights. This trip is the highlight of our summer vacations. We really appreciate Richard and Janet introducing us to the camping experience. We always have such a wonderful time. It's good to be home again. We have Keith's family coming Saturday, and they will be here 2 weeks. We will take them camping in New Mexico for a few days, too. Hope you all are having a relaxing and funfilled summer, too. Love, Karen

Melba's brother, Jake

Paula, I'm so glad you all had a good time and patriece was well enough to come. I just wanted everyone to know that Mom's brother, Jake, died today around noon. He would have been 82 Wednesday. He has been fighting lung cancer. We are leaving with Mom and Dad tomorrow for Bryan, Tx. They plan to bury him here in Lubbock after they have services in Bryan. I know Mom will appreciate all your prayers for her family. You're right. God is good----all the time! Love, Karen

Karen and all,
Thanks for all the summer news! We had our grandson Dylan here in the Springs the first weekend of June. It was great. We did a lot of fun things like the zoo, a ballgame, bumper cars, etc. Then we had visitors from Indianapolis. We did the Airforce Academy, Garden of the Gods, and mexican food. Then, we had our family gathering in Door County, Wisconsin. Thankfully, Patriece was able to be there. About one week before, we weren't sure. She still has some issues, and we hope to hear something soon from X-rays or an MRI. Our reunion with just our husbands and immediate family was memorable and something we'll cherish for years to come!
Lots of wonderful devotional times, singing together, shopping, eating, etc.

Nona and Kevin plan to come here for a long July 4 weekend. It'll be fun to have them. We plan to go to Indy to see the grandkids again at the end of July. Then my folks plan to come here around mid-August.

Dave starts his PhD at University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) in August. And, I start teaching in September for the same Bible College that employs Dave. I'll be teaching Basic English Skills--a remedial course---only as an adjunct one evening a week for 13 weeks. I'm real happy to be teaching again! Of course, we'll continue the ESL classes through the church in the Fall, too.

God is good---All the time!

Paula

Summer and Family

Kelley and I have been to see Korey and Amy in Keller. Their house is almost finished. Kayci came by on her way to see Josh's parents so we got to see her and Truitt for a few hours. We are home for a week, and then we are off in our 5th wheeler to see Richard and Janet on Monday. Wednesday we are all headed for Marshall Pass to camp for about a week. I think Bonita and Rod are going, too. July 11th Keith's family, Martha and the kids, will come to see us in Lubbock. Keith will be on Wilderness Trek by Salida with his youth group. July 19th, we'll meet Keith in Amarillo, and we plan to take them all camping in New Mexico sometime that week. They will leave the 24th, and then I am going to several workshops for school the next 2 weeks. During that time I will be getting my room ready for next year. Sometime the end of August we will be traveling to Memphis, Tn. to meet our newest grandson. Kayci is due August 26th-Mom's birthday. I have to get everything ready for the start of school because I may not be there. In the meantime, Kelley has been painting some for Korey at his new house. He also has several painting jobs around here to do when we are in town. Right now he is getting the 5th wheeler all ready for our big summer outing. We've been camping with Richard's group off and on since our kids were really small. It's our favorite camping trip! We are so glad Richard is feeling better this year and can make the trip. Today is Dad's 79th birthday. Next Monday is their 59th anniversary. Kelley and I will celebrate our 39th July 25th. Gail is getting ready for Joe's wedding August 15th in Amarillo, and Janet and family are in Hawaii for a family vacation. Hope you are all doing well. I would love to hear from any or all of you. Love, Karen

Paula

Paula, I told you I would find out about Josh's talk at Pepperdine. Kayci sent me this link to get a CD, DVD, or MP3. I guess you can't just listen on line. I'm ordering the DVD. I would be glad to share it when I see you again. Sorry. ACU has a place you can download the talk.
http://www.purelogicvideo.com/page.cfm?pageid=13736&productID=152877

Karen

Rogers' happenings

Kayci got here Thursday afternoon. She was the speaker for our annual Ladies Retreat this weekend. The theme was "The Overflow of the Heart" She did an amazing job. I know I am a bit biased, but everyone there loved the experience. Josh will come tomorrow. We'll have Truitt's 2nd birthday party tomorrow afternoon. We've invited some of Kayci's old friend and their kids for cake and ice cream. They will fly out Tuesday morning for Pepperdine. Kayci teaches her class Wednesday morning at 9:45. Josh speaks Friday morning. (Paula, I am not sure if you can hear it online. The ACU lectureship was available, but I couldn't find it at Pepperdine. I'll find out and let you know.) They'll be back Saturday for Mother's Day then leave for Decatur and Josh's parents. We are going to Courtney's graduation celebration May 15. School is winding down if we can just keep from overreacting to the Swine Flu. There have been not any confirmed cases here. Hope to hear from you all soon. Karen

Nix happenings

I've enjoyed reading the recent posts. I have baby birds on my back porch. I have a bird house James painted in scouts hanging under the eaves. I have to fuss at the blue jays when the try to bother them. I also am blessed to have hummingbirds that I can watch from my kitchen window.

Karen's birthday was May 2 and James (my youngest) birthday is May 3. He is being baptized on his birthday tomorrow. We are excited about his decision to commit himself to Christ.

We are trying not to over react to the Swine Flu. The media doesn't help calm the nerves. There were six cases reported in a nearby community. The city is waiting on 8 more cases to be tested. Our schools have cancelled all concerts and banquets. I'm dissappointed for these kids that have worked so hard for these events. I'm sure ya'll are having similiar problems.

We are in the midst of planning a family vacation to Hawaii in June. I'm making all the arrangements to save money. We wanted to have a big trip before Emily's senior year.

Enjoy hearing from ya'll.....Janet