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June 08 Update

Last Updated on Saturday, 12 September 2009 20:57 Written by Greg Wednesday, 11 June 2008 07:33

Goings on:

Been working on our team strategy lately. It's been nice finally to synthesize things that have been in my head for years.

Rereading Jordan's Wheel of Time series at nights. Sometimes it feels like I'm breaking the rules by not reading more serious stuff, but I like brain candy too much to care.

Have fully made the transition to black coffee. I still like a good latte, but for the daily grind (pun intended), it's black and strong.

Been working in the garden a lot. Weeds got out of control while I was recovering from wisdom teeth surgery. Will be a ton of produce if I can keep it going.

Finally made first batch of deer jerkey. It's got good flavor, but I dried it slightly too long. The thicker pieces are pretty good.

Ana stood by herself for a long time last night at VBS and clapped and "danced." She is due to walk soon, I think. Megan got the pool up to snuff, so Ana has been swimming and likes it.

Been helping with VBS. Your guess is as good as mine.

Apparently it's a good summer for snakes. We caught a four foot rat snake at the house--snooping for bird nests. Saw a three foot black racer jet accross the driveway the other day.

Planning to try to build a bunkbed for Nathan and Jenny. Should be fun.

Registered for the Christian Scholars Conference at Lipscomb this year. Should be interesting. Will not get to attend World Convention (Stone-Campbell unity thing). What's up with a $200 dollar registration fee anyway?

Greg on Holism

Last Updated on Saturday, 12 September 2009 20:56 Written by Greg Sunday, 07 September 2008 13:10

This is my talk on holism from Cedar Lane's summer series.

Click HERE to listen.

First MK Slumber Party

Last Updated on Friday, 22 January 2010 02:06 Written by Megan McKinzie Friday, 22 January 2010 01:51

("MK" stands for "missionary kid" and not Maggie Kate in this context.)

Shaye's new little sister arrived today (more details to come on the Smith family site). Kyle and Larissa dropped her with us in the wee hours of the morning, and she has been part of the McKinzie family all day... and tonight. First of all, I have a new respect for mothers with twins. Second, the girls did very well (except for their usual bickering). Third, they were so cute tonight. They got ready for bed together, and then just got ridiculously giddy with each other--like a girls' slumber party. So I couldn't resist. They are in separate beds (Shaye is on her bunkbed matress), but Shaye is "sleeping over." This is their very first slumber party and I had to document with pictures. After the pictures, the girls said a joint prayer and each picked one song to sing. (Shaye: We Shall Assemble; Ana: I am a Sheep) They really can be such sweet girls.

Pop and Gram are here!

Written by Megan McKinzie Wednesday, 27 January 2010 21:19

Well, they made it. I guess I have been a little late in posting, but we have been enjoying ourselves. My dad had not seen us in over a year; Mom was here for the birth of Maggie. I love Skype. Ana didn't hesitate to run to her Pop's arms when they arrived. It was such a sweet reunion. My dad is a big, burly man, but it doesn't take much to bring tears to his eyes--especially seeing his grandgirls (one for the very first time). We have just relaxed and spent quality time together. Ana has been talking about going to the park with Pop and Gram for about 6 months now. That is where we went today. Dad has attended one of our library Bible studies, and tonight the whole family will attend the Wednesday night study. Our big plan is to hangout. Just simply that. I will post a slideshow for family to see at the end of their stay. Here are a few moments captured so far...

Pop and AG

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Maggie meets Pop

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Maggie is so much bigger. Gram is really good at getting a smile out of her.

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Gram is a GREAT help at the park.

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Group shot

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Pop and Gram 2010

Written by Megan McKinzie Sunday, 07 February 2010 13:44

What a wonderful 2 weeks. We had such a good time with Pop and Gram here, and I am so pleased with all that they got to do and see. More than anything, they spent two weeks of quality time with our girls. That makes me so happy. Also, I absolutely LOVED having free baby-sitting. Greg and I were able to do Bible studies and kids' events together because Mom and Dad watched the girls. That was so nice. I am really happy that they got to witness our fourth library inauguration. We visited with "President" Abraham the night before, and Abraham asked Dad to say a few words for the event. I thought that was neat.

This slideshow is LONG, but it doesn't even compare to the memories we now have. We love you Mom and Dad! We can't wait to see you again, whenever that will be.