Not-So-New Pictures

I've been meaning to put these up here, so here they are. A couple of weeks ago, our church did a community group kick-off for the groups in our town. There was a chili cook-off and canoe rides.

Mark was one of 3 judges -- look how focused he was. Caroline's chili, representing our community group, tied for third (out of 15 or so chilis!). No, Caroline did not bribe the judge.

Jamey and Jack, with their grandma who was visiting from California.

Emma Claire, ready to go in the "ship."

Mark and Jay took Emma Claire out on the river.

Here they are, coming back. Kudos to Caroline for being brave and letting her little girl go out with the two guys. Getting in the canoe was tricky, but they did a great job.

Look at all 3 of their faces. Determination? Focus? Fear?*

Safe, back on dry land, but ready to go back out.

*Go here to see these pictures a little better and to see more we took that day. I'm still trying to figure out why blogger won't let you get a bigger picture when you click on it. I'm messing with the html, but it's late and I can't figure it out. It's frustrating for me, as I'm sure it is for all of you, but hopefully we can get it fixed soon. I may have to pull in reinforcements (a.k.a. Mark).