Another life coming into this world is showered upon !

August 16th, Joel's mom Gwen and I , had a baby shower, for Sarah and baby Isaac, we had about 16 people, we played just one fun game, and had the ladies fill out an advise card or any encouraging words they had for Sarah.We had an amazing spread of food, ladies like chick food, so we had baby croissant sandwiches, pasta salad, and fruit salad! Yumm
Gwen made the favors, which were little "V" -neck onesies,as Sarah would say, a little daddy love, cause Joel really digs the V-neck onesies for his boy . We had lots of diaper raffle prizes, so after Sarah opened one gift, she would draw a raffle tickets, (keeping the ladies engaged !!!) Oh Yeah
I had a timeline, but didn't need one, (ok just a little OCD,) with the time- line, my sister and Gwen, were life WHat.... hehe( I just wanted
to keep it flowing ) We then proceeded to have a refreshing ice cold water bottle for everyone to take when they left, seeings it was about 105 degrees out there. OHH and I couldn't forget to mention the other special guest, miss Lilly! She was great, she helped mom open a few gifts and then get all shy.She even had a couple gifts herself ! She ate lots of good food, and everyone really enjoyed seeing her, especially Gwen's sisters, who don't get to see her to often.
And so now, we are just waiting on Isaac's arrival. It looks like the little guy is a little tiny right now, but Sarah has a good 5-7 weeks, for him to gain a couple pounds and bless us with his presence. We are all so excited for a little boy to come, there are no boys on my side of the family, it is time!

As one life ends and is celebrated.....

July 14th, We had Russ's dad's memorail at their house, there was a wonderful turnout of people who love Russ and Wilma and were there to celebrate Russ's life, and support Wilma. Russ's brother Burt came out
from Washington D.C. to honor his brother, it was great to get to meet him and his partner Mark, and to hear all the history of the Kubli boys . He just turned into this little 5 year old himself , as he tried on Russ's leather bomber jacket, as he was so proud to have on his Big brother's jacket. Priceless!
Joel sang "Amazing Grace" and Sarah sang "In the house of God forever", Cheryle wrote up all the things she remembered about her daddy, and we all laughed and cryed together, hearing it. Kimmy read an amazing poem written by Glen's girlfriend, Julie, about Russ.
Russell made a toast to his dad, we watched those videos from the 60's,70's and 80's, watching Wilmas handywork with the camera. hehe (she got better) remembering all the fun times. Cheryle put together a
powerpoint of pictures, we had on her computer, for everyone to see Russ throughoutthe years. Russ and Wilma were so fortunate to have such a Love for each other, some never experience that, and for that alone, they are Richly Blessed !
Russ's legacy will live on in each of his kids, we will hold strong together, as a team, loving each other unconditionally, and taking care of Wilma.
We love you all!
IN Jesus name, we Press on!

Life

Russell's dad passed away on July 8th, after a long battle with cancer. Russell was able to share some scripture with him on the 4th, and telling him he knew there was a heaven and he hoped to see him again some day. We were able to be there right after he died, His legacy will continue to live on , in all of his kids. These times of trials always seem to bring everyone a little closer, and that's exactly what Russ would have wanted for all of us. We pray for comfort, peace and healing for the entire family, especially Wilma at this difficult time for her.
Wanted to mention also, (because I haven't been on here in so long) that Russell's brother Gary also passed away March 17th, unexpectedly. He had type 1 Diabetes, but the cause of his death was heart failure.
Life is a gift, we never know how many days we may have.....
Don't Waste them.......
IN Jesus name, we Press on!!

You Love me Anyway ....

You Love Me Anyway
Sidewalk Prophetsfrom the album These Simple Truths
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The question was raised As my conscience fell A silly, little lie It didn't mean much But it lingers still In the corners of my mind
Still you call me to walk On the edge of this world
To spread my dreams and fly
But the future's so far, My heart is so frail
I think I'd rather stay inside ;
(Chorus)But You love me anyway...
It's like nothing in life, that I've ever known
Yes, You love me anyway..Oh Lord, how You love me
How You love me.....
It took more than my strength, to simply Be Still
To seek but never find, All the reasons we change
The reasons I doubt, why do loved ones have to die?
But, you love me anyway... It's like nothing in life,
that I'd ever known, Yes Love me anyway, ohhhh, How You
Love me...How you love me,

I am the thorn, in Your crown, But You love me anyway..
I am the sweat, from Your brow, But You love me anyway..
I am the nail in Your wrist...But You love me anyway..
I am Judas' kiss....But You love me anyway...
See now, I am the man that called out from the crowd
For Your blood to be spilled on this earth shaking ground
Yes then, I turned away with this smile on my face
With this sin in my heart, tried to bury Your grace
And then alone in the night, I still called out for You
So ashamed of my life, my life, my life''
But You love me anyway, it's like nothing in life , that I'd rather know
Yes, You love me anyway.. Ohhhh, How You love me,how you love me
How You love me,How You love me,How You love me......
Woe to me, for i am undone,after hearing this song
AAHHH but, Job, 42:5 My ears "had" heard of you, but "now" my
eyes have seen you! Thank you , Jesus for opening up my eyes, to your
Truth!