Yeah that's right...a girl!

The winner of our deer season this year at New Columbia God's Missionary Church was, yes, a girl. Jonetta Hazzoum shot a beautiful 14 point buck just a stone's throw away from our house. Congratulations Jonetta.

Road Rash

Last night Paul Miller and I had to go to Giesinger Hospital to pick up someone from the hospital. We were passing the Evan. Hospital when I looked into my side mirror and said to Paul, "This dude is flying." I no sooner had said this when he was nearly at our side. I watched him bump the bumper of the car next to me and the rest is history. His bike slid out from under him and he was soon sliding by me on his back. I pulled off the road and got out to help him. He got up swearing and cursing. We helped him move his bike off the road. By now the police arrived and me in my blood soaked clothes got back into my van and journeyed on tho Giesinger.

Lefty?

It looks like we may have a lefty in the Ellison family. It seems like Kayla does an awful lot with her left hand. As you can see, she writes with it as well as throws balls, etc. Time will tell. I just thought everyone would like this important piece of info.

A West Virginia Thanksgiving

It was nice to visit the wonderful state of West Virginia again for the Thanksgiving season. This was the year to spend Thanksgiving with the Ellison's. As always, dad and mom went out of their way to make things special. With ham and turkey for Thanksgiving dinner, we were all stuffed for quite a while. Friday, for some insane reason, we waded through waves of people at the mall. It was a nice time and fun was had by all.

Happy Thanksgiving

We at Newkie News wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. We hope that your holiday is filled with love and laughter as you spend time with family and friends. Most of all, we hope your heart is filled with thanks to God for His many blessing, especially for His wonderful plan of Salvation. Truly God is Good!!!

Oh Christmas Tree

From beginning to end the kids were excited as I endeavored to do the daunting task of putting up our Christmas tree. I know, you may say it's a little early, but last year we got so busy and didn't get to it until late in the season, so here it is. We are leaving today for West Virginia to visit my parents for Thansgiving so at least this is one less thing to worry about when we get home.

Ohio State - 42 Michigan - 39

Michigan played a tremendous game, but you know, somebody has to lose and tonght it just happened to be Michigan...barely. They say a picture is worth a thousand words and this picture says it best. Since 8 minutes into the game Michigan was chasing Ohio State relentlously. Oh well, who knows there just may be a rematch for the National Championship. I doubt it, but there is a slim chance. You always have to wish for the best.

It's Done

We have finally accomplished one of the many things on our procrastination list...family pictures. Tuesday evening , my wife and I realized that our kids were free of bumps, bruises and other facial blemishes so we scheduled a picture appointment. After finally finding a times when the kids were free from bumps and bruises, my wife gets her picture taken with a booger hanging from her nose (not really). We were happy with them...at least as happy as you can be with family pics.

Raking Leaves

Today was a beautiful day. It was in the upper 60's. So Vonnie and I decided to clean up outside...with the kids help. We raked and burned the leaves and we put up their toys in the basement (for the spring floods to wash).

Hay Ride '06

Friday evening nearly 80 people from our church gathered at the Zimmerman's for our annual hay ride. Neal and Carrie are excellent host for the event. They bar-b-qued chicken for the meal. We had three wagons connected for a neary 45 minute hay ride through the country. What a blast it was.

We Did It!

Today we did American and Christian duties...we voted. Of course, we make no bones about declaring our support to the Republican Party. Yesterday at church we had Citizen's Day. In the evening service, Rev. Tolley and myself divided up the moral issues up for grabs during this election. We tried to give Biblical principles for why they were wrong, such as gambling, sanctitiy of life, and sexual orientaton. It is my firm belief that a truly enlightened Christian cannot vote for a politician who lends his/her vote to killing babies, same sex marriage, civil unions and gambling. These are issues/sins that are damning America and when Christians stand by and vote for the people who promote them, where does the blood of the future generations lie. Enough preaching. I understand not everyone would agree with my thoughts, but think about, it's may be closer to the truth than you realize.

Another day. Another dinner.

Here we are, once again enjoying a wonderful meal before Christmas Program practice. As you can see, one of the eaters was growing very weary of all the chatter.

Tilly

Last night, over 30 people from the New Columbia congregation journeyed to Gratz Emmanuel Wesleyan church to watch them perform, Tilly. Their youth department was partnering with Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center to promote Pro-life. They did an outstanding job. I was unable to see it performed at Youth Challenge do to the fact that we were traveling that night. They put a lot of time and effort into the play. It was well worth the time and drive.