Dinner in Hannibal

One recent Monday afternoon the Morgans/McGarvey clan convoyed up to Hannibal for dinner and time with Matthew & Becca Johnson at their new house.  If you've not had the privilege of making the Johnson's acquaintance, you're missing some quality people in your life.  They've served the Missouri District in a number of capacities, most recently as District Youth President, and have still found the time to turn out two absolute darlings, Abriah & Jace.

Delicious home-cookin' was on the menu and the conversations flew fast as four very busy families tried to squash as much quality time into a few hours as possible before we all blew off in different directions (including Scott who was flying out the next day to Jordan).  Thanks so much for hosting us!

 

A Trip to the Holy Land

Last Sunday, the church hosted a "A Night in the Holy Land."  It was story-telling time and Pastor's birthday all rolled into one.  We sent out postcards to area pastors Dad works with in the community and to those who had supported their trip.  

We had a great turnout.  People we didn't know came because they were interested in the region and wanted background.  Mom put together a display of various odds & ends from the trip and Woody made an appearance in traditional costume.  I was shooting for an hour or so of stories and pictures, but it turned into a two-hour marathon!  Mom & Dad got a very pleasant surprise when Mark & Margie showed up unexpectedly.  They kicked in their perspective on the trip and we all had a rollicking good time.  Afterward, there was a desert table and reception for Dad's 64th birthday.  We even picked up some basboosa and baklava from the World Market in Columbia to give the night a little more authenticity.  Ma'a salama! (Goodbye!)

Coming Soon! Holy Land Presentation

How is Your Dad Doing?

I get this question from near and far and I leave you with this picture for my answer:

Dad, wrapping up his gutter screening project as darkness falls... With mom keeping a close watch.

Granted, at the same time she was trimming bushes in the front yard, not threatening him with the shears to get off the roof!

So, the news is this: No bleeding and no serious drops in strength in September.  His 12-step program is how quickly he can get up the stairs from the basement and not have to sit down at the top.  Earlier this year, we were hoping he'd make it to the end of October... now, we just wish he'd stay off the roof!

...Grateful folks over here at the Lodge...

Scott