Last Sunday, we eagerly woke up anticipating the ground to be covered in snow, after all, the forecast did predict it. Bit of a disappointment when we looked outside and there was nothing there! However, while we were eating breakfast, we were very surprised when snow flakes started falling from the sky. It snowed quite heavily because we were wondering whether church would be on or not. Once you're on the main roads, providing a plow has been through, it fairly okay to drive, but it's the not-so-main roads that are dangerous. We did go, allowing enough time to drive at slower speeds, and arrived safely. It snowed during the whole church service, so driving back home was also taken with caution. It continued to snow till about noonish, when it then changed to rain.
On Sunday night, these three girls made dinner!
On Monday, school started up again. As did the basketball games, bible study and the regular routine.
In the meantime, things were happening in Australia with Steve too. He got taken out to watch the tennis at the Perth Arena with John and Caren (and Laurissa!).
He went boating with Ken and Estelle and their boys!
What a life!
Mason, with Bailey on the tube!
The twins, Cody and Jake!
He also got to visit with a very special friend, Mrs Gregory! We've known Mrs Gregory before Anthea was even 1 years old! She lived on the same road and every day she would walk past our place with her dog. Occasionally we happen to be on the driveway at the same time, and our friendship has lasted since then. During that time, her husband passed away, she moved to several places and currently is in nursing home. She is an avid Bridge player and claims she'd have to be half dead to miss that! We are her adopted family and she proudly shows our family photos to anyone who might come in her room.
He also spent time with J & C and even got to play Acquire! Who's winning boys?
Dad Houweling
On Monday afternoon, Steve's dad had a fall and hit his head. He received a gash near his eye and consequently some bruising and swelling. He was taken to hospital and a scan revealed bleeding on the brain. Due to his age, operating was out of the question. He was made comfortable and kept in overnight for observation.
Since then, he has been sleeping a lot. He seems to be able to hear conversations and will give one word answers. However, his time on this earth seems to be drawing to a close. What a comfort we have to know he has a glorious future awaiting him. For Steve, this obviously is very difficult. He is very thankful for the wonderful time he could spend with his parents. 'Treasured memories' are his words! Particularly knowing he most likely won't see his Dad alive again on this earth.
Saturday morning was departure date. The evening before that he went out for dinner with his Mum and nephew Eric.
And then it was time to say goodbye. His Mum, and Dad and Mum Byl were at the airport to say goodbye.
And homeward bound!
We have some excited (little) girls awaiting their Daddy's return, and of course, his wife, and son!
Please pray for Steve's safe arrival back here in the States. Also for his dad and his mum and the family back in Perth. What a comfort to know that we are all in God's hands and that He numbers our every breath, and has our whole life in His control.
Many thanks too for all those who took 'care' of Steve during his time down under. Much appreciated.
"Come Lord Jesus, Marantha"!
Thankyou for stopping past.
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