songwriters group

A great new group began tonight at Crossroads. This group of talented people hope to create music that Crossroads as well as other area ministries will be able to use! Very cool.

We started out by telling in what ways we are creative. I talked about the fact that early in Crossroads history I used to sing and play keyboards (they were desperate!) Now days I write a lot so have decided to try my hand at lyrics.

After those early years I turned my focus to providing musical opportunities for our kids and enthusiastically left the stage to begin programming the services at Crossroads. Today our son sent this picture from his band's tour.

I was a little concerned that the length of his Snuggie might get wrapped around his feet while he was driving toward Florida. Songwriters are awesome - even if they wear snuggies!

back on line

I disconnected for a couple of days - hope you missed me!

We spent the whole day with my family after opening gifts at our home, since my hubby's family was away this Christmas. Eric surprised me with an original painting and as you can see the kids both got Snuggies!

We had so much fun - and laughed so hard that we almost cried. Wii had a big part to do with that I guess. Even my parents played tennis!




My dad finally had enough of the gaiety and took a little nap (there is some advantage to being hard of hearing I guess!)

Everyone grew weary from all the eating combined with the game playing. We decided as dad snoozed in his chair - it was time to call it a day and we took off. (We can take a hint! ha ha)

My sister asked us today at the dinner table what we were thankful for this year, and at the top of everyone's list was our family. Working in ministry and hearing people's stories, makes me so aware of the struggles families have with one another.

Although we are far from perfect, we love each other deeply and try very hard to make our time together memorable. And it was! Merry Christmas everyone!

meet my team

I have the privilege to work with 4 of the most talented guys I know! Steve, Milo, Dan and Bryan make up our Magnification staff.




We had our Christmas dinner tonight and I gave them their gifts.





It's hard to believe we have just ended another year together! We are excited about 2010 and what God has in store for Crossroads!





Here is a picture of Steve sent by his wife just minutes after he arrived home!







I have a blast working and creating with these guys! Best job in the world!