Family

The past 10 days have been filled with family events (and a few other things, too!).

Sunday, May 20 we spoke at Lashburn Community Church and met some very friendly and encouraging people. In the afternoon, we celebrated Shannon's dad's 80th birthday. All of my siblings, their spouses and some of the grandchildren gathered at my sister's farm near Alsask, SK for a BBQ and birthday cake.

Saturday, May 26 was a family reunion on Shannon's mom's side of the family. We drove to Cappon School south of Oyen, AB to visit with extended family. We enjoyed a delicious turkey supper and drove home just before dark. The grill of the car is covered with dead bugs!! Yeah spring!

Sunday, May 27 we were in Neilburg to speak at Manitou EFC. Again, we met many friendly and encouraging people and had some great conversations about what God is doing.

That evening we got to meet our granddaughter, Eve, in person! She gave us lots of smiles and cuddles during the three days our son, Roy, and his wife, Maria, were here. Today they are off to Lloydminster to visit our daughter, Lindsay, and her family.
Nana and Papa with Eve!


4 Generations!
Grandpa Bud (Shannon's dad), Shannon, Roy and Eve

This morning I was asked to alter one more grad dress and tomorrow I am working in the Pre - K class at Cut Knife Elementary School. Maybe one of these weeks we will be able to start packing the house!

This Friday we drive to Leslieville to visit our daughter, Rachelle, and her children and to speak at her church (Bethel EFC) in Leslieville.

We are blessed each week as we meet new people and talk about what God is doing in their lives or their church or around the world! Our circle of friends and family just keeps growing!

Until next time, keep counting your blessings!

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