2 Corinthians 5:21

Pine Cove | Camp in the City

Last week, Ava Grace went to camp for the first time ever!  She had a BLAST!

I went to summer camp every single year from 5th-11th grade.  I absolutely loved it, looked forward to it every summer, and made some lasting friendships.  I hope my girls will have wonderful memories from camp life too.

Pine Cove Gauntlet from Leslie Hale on Vimeo.

AG and her camp counselor, "Tot".

Pine Cove Closing Celebration from Leslie Hale on Vimeo.

My girl had so much fun, but her sisters were lost without her during the day.  We are already making plans for Edy to go to day camp next year and AG to try overnight camp.  YIKES!

Our 13th

Graham and I celebrated our 13th wedding anniversary last Tuesday.  

East Texas folks, you must try out Jack Ryan's Steak and Chophouse.  It is wonderful fine dining and a beautiful atmosphere--perfect package.

We ran into several couples who were celebrating their anniversaries too!  We had a good time sharing stories, toasts, and laughs! (married 54 years, dating one year, 47 years and us)

All the food was picture worthy...

I'm a huge lover of steak and this one was top of the line!

Graham always gets chicken or fish.

I am beyond over the moon for my man and I love how God has grown us closer to Him so that we can love one another better each passing day.

What I'm Reading...

Since CC is over for the year, I have caught up on some reading.  I haven't put a dent in my 2016 reading list, but I'm determined.

I joined a book club and we just finished reading Crazy Busy.  Great book, great message, so needed!

 I'm rereading Shepherding a Child's Heart because I need a refresher.  For me, one of the greatest revealers of my sin has been through my marriage and parenting.  My idols, selfishness, and pride are easily revealed when dealing or not dealing with my kids.

Best book on parenting I've ever read.  It's also a great book for living a life that honors God.

Sunday Pics | January - April

Each Sunday, for at least 5 years but maybe even longer, I have taken a pic of my girls and sent it out to all of our extended family. * I rarely miss a Sunday and it's known as the Sunday Pic. 

Sunday pics January - April: