In years past, because of the locations/neighborhoods we have lived in, we have never been able to go trick or treating in our own neighborhood… We had an awesome Halloween this year… The kids had a fall festival and parade at their school, and for the first time, we were able to go trick or treating in our own neighborhood with some of our neighbors! The pictures tell a story all their own…
Trick or Treat!
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While fishing for Steelhead after work on the American River… This beauty took my lure. We are not allowed to keep Salmon this year so I chased this one down river in an effort to bring it in as fast as I could, revive it, and it was released unharmed… But sure makes for an awesome fight on 8lb test line.
The photos: It just so happens a photographer was taking pictures of the river at sunset and caught me running down the shore after the fish, and the following pics. I talked with her after, gave her my card and hoped she would send them to me… She did.
The photos capture the moment perfectly!
Thank you!
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Do I really need to say anything? Awesome!
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Although I have not personally had to face my own death like this.., In the years after my Mother passed away I have certainly asked some of these questions. Even years ago as a new Christian and after being one for 6+ years, I did not have any solid answers for some of those questions. I almost rejected the faith all together because of the same thing this character is struggling with… ”some new age, God is love, one size fits all crap…” I wanted a God that was both merciful and just! It wasn’t until about 4 years ago I was exposed to Reformed theology, God’s grace and sovereignty, etc. that some of the answers were revealed.
“How could I have even hoped for forgiveness…” What a relief, to find out; “I am far worse than I could’ve imagined, but far more loved than I could’ve hoped for.”
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Shortly after moving in and meeting some of our neighbors, we were told about the 4th of July block party.
It all starts about Noonish.., It’s not like the street gets a whole lot of through traffic anyways, but the street gets blocked off at each end with official street signs; “ROAD CLOSED”. How cool is that. Everyone starts setting up chairs, tables, etc. very laid back and casual. We arrived around 2ish and the party was in full swing. We were immediately welcomed and within minutes we were handed icy cold drinks and signed up for a team on some lawn game.
The kids also had plenty of stuff to do and friends to play with. They had a HUGE jumpy, a dunk tank, and full run up and down the street. Egg & water balloon toss, plenty of snacks to munch on and we ended up eating sometime around 4:30 - 5ish
Needless to say, everyone had an awesome time… Meeting all of the neighbors, getting to know them and visa versa, food, drinks and good times!
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A few weeks ago (6/22/08), the weather had been pretty warm, so Sunday after church, we decided to venture over to the other side of Folsom Lake and visit Granite Bay area.
Yes, thats right! You are allowed to swim in the lakes in Nor Cal! Imagine that! FINALLY! A place we can swim in fresh water less than 10 Min’s from our house. You can even ride horses around the lake and take them for a swim too… You know Jessica just loved this!!!
It had been a little windy that day on the lake, hence the darker water near the shore. But usually the water is very clear.
The kids and I enjoyed the water swimming & fishing while Rochelle enjoyed the peaceful breeze, watching the horses and us playing in the water from the back of the Van. Oh did I mention, Rochelle took these shots from the back of the Van! Thats right we drove right down on the beach. How cool is that?!
Warning: When you come and visit us, you may not want to leave! Nor Cal is a well kept secret.
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