Family Update

Everyone is doing well, and we are very encouraged. It is enjoyable to read the Bible together as a family. A friend of mine showed a great way to do family devotions by reading the Proverbs together daily by each family member taking turns reading a verse. Benjamin loves reading with us, and it really encourages him in practicing reading. When we all read together, it isn't like homework but a bonding experience surrounding the Word of God.

Benjamin has just lost his 3rd tooth, and the dentist said that his teeth are growing perfectly and the new ones should come in just fine. We were starting to get concerned when he didn't lose any teeth until after his 7th birthday.

Janey and I are both helping in our children's church on Wednesday night. I am helping the 1st and 2nd grade boys in Royal Rangers and Janey is helping with the girls Missionette program. It is wonderful to see these children grow in their faith and watch them praise the Lord during the children's services.

Lord willing and funds permitting, we are hoping to travel to Florida next month; Benjamin would like to see the shuttle launch before they retire the fleet next year. I have a lot of church visits that I will need to make, and we will be able to visit my brother along the way so I know it will be a fun experience.

Benjamin is keeping good pace with his home,school and he is moving quickly through his Shurley English 2nd grade and Saxon Math 3rd grade. The challenge is keeping him interested when he is doing repetitive learning. He wants to jump right to calculus but doesn't always realize that he has to learn multiplication and fractions first. Next month Benjamin will begin basketball; he seems to progress really well, and I am cautious about getting him involved in too many sports.

Janey and I were able to celebrate our 29th anniversary of our first date last October 3. Just like in 1980, we went to Pizza Hut; I got her a single rose and a Pepsi, just like back in high school.