HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

It has been an eventful year - and next year promises more of the same . . . be interesting to look back a year from now to see the changes. May God reveal Himself to each of you in strong ways that lead you toward His plan. God bless!!!!

He's Here and Healthy - Yeah!!!!

Let me be first on White House to publicly rejoice with Matt and Beth and Jack! Looking forward to getting to know Jack better and doing my part to help him be what God intends! God bless - and rest well Beth and Matt.

Heather's list

Heather sent the following list to me. I thought you all might like some ideas for her, too. I left the list as she sent it, in case she sees this, but I have bought one of the items. You can ask me or Kim what it is before you shop.

1. A guest list for the Whittaker side of the family for the wedding. :)
2. Case for Christ (I am not sure who the author is)
3. Mere Christianity CS Lewis
4. Jean Jacket (S/M?)
5. The first Nickel Creek CD
6. A thick double size blanket.
I really can't think of anything else. If I do I'll let you know. Heather.

Heather won't be with us for Christmas, because our plans conflict with her family's, so you do what you feel like you want to do for her. Timmy will be going down to be with her in Roseburg on the 26th.

Kim's List of Dreams (UPDATED 12/10)

This list is being posted by Kimberly's secretarial friend, a Mr. Bad Andy. The following comes from the mind of Kim.... via scribbles on some paper.

On DVD:
LOST (Season 1)
any old black & white Shakespeare movies

For the Kitchen:
silverware (our pattern has returned to Target)
sea salt grinder to match our kitch (stainless steel, red, or clear)
red blender (or orange)
red or orange stand mixer
red or orange tea kettle
red ice cream scoop
Henkel knives (already have two 4" parers, bread knife, and 8" knife)
basic cookbook

Books:
children's theatre books
fantasy series books
scripts
"Discarded Image" -- C.S. Lewis

Miscellany:
picture frames
400 or more thread count queen sheets, red/gold, with deep pockets
gift cards -- fabric stores

CDs
RENT soundtrack (to the movie)
Ben Taylor

timmy's list (updated) (again)

Pajamas
Warm robe
Portable stapler
Warm gloves
“The Week” (magazine) subscription
Books: “Knife of Dream” by Robert Jordan
“A Game of Thrones” by George R.R. Martin
Old History-type Books
New and/or Unique Music

From Homestarrunner.com Store
Size for the below: Adult Medium
T-Shirts: Strong Sad
Trogdor Black
Strong Bad
Li’l Brudder
Teen Girl Squad
Polos: Trogdor
Hooded Sweatshirts: The Cheat
Any figurines, posters, patches, static clings, or bumper stickers
Or if unsure, a Gift Certificate would work just as well

By the way, only 207 days left!

i'm back again...

Hey fam! I know, i know, i'm really bad about doing this whole blogger thing, but i'm coming around, ok?
I'm entering week 9 at OSU, which means papers and projects and extra credit are all due. And again, i waited WAY too long to start them, which means lack of sleep...i hope i learn my lesson soon...
I'm still looking for a part-time job, thinking about Dari-Mart, a 7-11 type convenience store in Eugene, Junction City, AND Corvallis, so i could get a job at the one in JC this year, and work in Cor. next school year when Heather and i are there.
What else? Oh! The wedding date is set. If anyone has a problem with June 24th, let me know soon.
For Christmas, it looks like Heather won't be able to join us on the 24th or 25th, but if we're still together on the 26th, she might come up.
Um...well, i guess that's the update for today. I'll try to be more consistent in the future...but no promises!

PS--Only 216 days left!

Daddy's ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS . . .(revised)

This is dad. I've been pondering this Christmas gift thing for awhile, with little success. I suppose there are some 'things' that would 'make my day', such as:

- the Coming of Jesus!!! Wow! That would be fantastically fantastic!!

- the total healing of Holly! No 'thing' could compare to that!

- a visit from my 'kids' - Hey, you could give mom and I a combined gift here!

But down to the ordinary - I have three books I'd like -

Fourth Dawn (A.D. Chronicles, #4) by Bodie Thoene $13.59 at Amazon, less on ebay?
Light from Heaven, Jan Karon $17. 79 at Amazon - ebay?
The Temptation (Mustard Seed), Nancy Moser - $5 used through Amazon or ebay?

Also, my billfold from Beth 15 years ago is showing signs of wear, though still good for awhile yet . . .

A new belt would be nice, though I would probably find one at Goodwill if I want one.

I have plenty of clothes - items from 20 years ago still work for me!

I have lots of ties - perhaps I'll pass a few on this Christmas - beware of what you open!

I like gadgets (at least for a few days before I lose interest).

I like dried fruit - craisins, most all flavors . . .

I like DVD's that I can trade in for other DVD's if I want to . . .

Most of all I like you, my family, who make me so very proud. Few dads not only survive marriage to one sweety, but also six kids (yes, six - I'm anticipating meeting the missing one some day) who love Jesus and seek to live like it. I am greatly blessed and look forward to being together with you for whatever time works out this holiday season. And some fun internet video times with you special and missed ones in Singapore!

Enough! Time for church and choir. God bless you every one!!!!