Prayer Request

Brian & Shannon Bishop lost everything this weekend in a massive house fire. Thankfully, no one was at home. Please pray for them this Christmas.

Merry Christmas from the Spiveys

Fall pics...

Eddie

We are happy to announce the arrival of the newest member of our family...Eddie! We adopted Eddie from the animal shelter about three weeks ago and the boys love him. We went back and forth for some time on the whole dog issue. In the end, I'm sure I could not refuse anything that would make my three favorite guys so happy. I had some stipulations though. I wanted him to be small enough to keep clean. I cannot bring myself to have a dog that is just tied in the yard or trapped in a kennel until someone decides to amuse themselves with it. No, if we have a dog we will give it a home AND a family. This is why I had to have a dog who could easily bathed. It was on our third or fourth trip to the animal shelter that we found Eddie. Eddie seems very happy with us, he loves the boys, and takes is job as dogie guard very seriously.

My Baby is Three!

Thank you Janette for a beautiful John Deere cake! The picture does no do it justice. Yes, Cayden is his Grandpa Bishop's grandson.

The pinata was a hit (no pun intended). Thank you Andrew for the wonderful contribution!

The highly anticipated trumpet that Cayden has been asking for almost daily. He could not be happier. For all you relatives who live far away, Cayden is truly a wonderful little man. I am very proud to be his mommy.

Congratulations Nathan and Laura

It was a beautiful wedding!

Cayden

This is my big boy Cayden. He is really in to playing church. He can keep himself entertained for hours being the preacher, song leader, trumpet player, and amen corner. All kids mimic what they know, and even most of the time, what they admire. I know some would look at our family and pity these little boys who have no idea about the characters on "Cars", or even "Mickey Mouse." The first song my boy could sing from memory was not "It's A Small World," or even, "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star." The first song he could sing by heart was, "Standing On The Promises," and I wouldn't want it any other way.

My baby is growing up too fast. He becomes more independent every day! He even puts his own shoes on, or should I say he is totally obsessed with having his shoes on at all times! If the front door opens, Keegan is ready to run!

God Bless This New Home!

Jordan & Keren Roose

Ma & Pa Roose
One of our favorite families!

A Reason to Celebrate

Four years ago today I was privileged to marry David Spivey. We have been through difficult times and wonderful times. He has been my rock and my hero. Today I want to first of all thank God for giving me this precious gift, and second thank my wonderful man for the unconditional love and unending patience he has shown me over the past four years. I can't figure out how to play my own music on this blog so I'll write the words out to "our song".

One day, far away, you gently won my heart

And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never part

And then it seemed just like a dream

When wide eyed, side by side

We faced the future holding hands

Years fly, they hurry by, the simple times are gone

Bills due, a kid or two, a week can feel eight days long

By fading light, let's kiss goodnight

And then we trace God's daily grace

Thankful we're still holding hands

There's a hope that won't let go

There's a truth we know

God is holding us

In His arms

Thoughts stray far away to all that lies ahead

In frail days when strength fades

Will we still mean all that we said?

Our love's secure, so rest assured

Come what may 'til that day

We'll walk forever holding hands

By God's grace 'til that day

We'll walk forever holding hands

AHHHHHH.........MICHIGAN

We just returned from a great week on lake Michigan with many family members and good friends. From the almost empty beeches to uncle Pete's awesome breakfasts, it was a week that I did not want to see come to an end.

I did not want to take the time to comment on each photo so I will give a short preamble. The week is mostly spent enjoying the primitive beauty in Manistee National Forrest. Good food, good fellowship, and stressful ROOK games are part of the daily routine. We take one night and go to town for dinner and very competitive go-cart races.

Recognize Anyone?

Friendly Competition

Our Waye Family

It was so great to see ya'll again! Can't wait for camp!

BHC Teens

We always have a great time together!

My Boys

Yes, this is my boy Cayden eating hot dogs in a winter hat and his fathers head scarf. He was sure that this was how it should be worn. He thought this was cool for days and yes, it was very hot outside! Do you think I would let him go out in public like this? Absolutely! Oh how I am enjoying these days.