Volunteering At Innisbrook PGA

Operation Par

does the volunteer marshalling for Hole 5.

Sometimes I will be at the Tee.

Othertime I will be on the Green.

Our Job:

To help prevent distractions to the golfers!

There is usually a large crowd.

And of course, enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Imagine, getting to enjoy a day in these surroundings!

A Memorial To My Brother - Gary...

BROTHERS IN VIETNAM TOGETHER

Gary (on left) Charles (on right)

What is a brother's place in a family?

To a younger brother or sister, he may be a guide to help traverse the complicated path of growing up.

To an older brother, a little brother may be seen as a tag along and pain in the neck.

As much as siblings squabble when they are young, this is not a sign that they do not love each other.

Most siblings would lay down their life for each other if someone threatened their sibling.

As children grow up they usually find it easier to get along and relate to each other in rewarding ways.

Gary was gone far too long before I knew it.

Here's To Our Health...

THANKS CONNIE!

WE HAVE KNOWN

Connie & Gar

for almost 10 years...

THEY HAVE BEEN TAKING

nutritional products

for the past several years

with wonderful health benefits.

WE ATTENDED

an information presentation this past week.

We were very impressed with the information

and decided to use these products daily.

We will let you know how they work for us!

Happy Birthday Jimmy!

JIMMY

Happy Birthday!!!

to a super son...

Love,

Mom & Dad Allen

Safety Harbor - Seafood Festival!

This is where we went on Saturday!
We decided to take in a festival

and enjoy the sun, the music, and the crafts.

A Fun Day!
(wish you could have been here)

AIN'T - a poem from my Aunt Rita

Ain't

He was just a little boy,

On a week's first day.

Wandering home from Bible School,

And dawdling on the way.

He scuffed his shoes into the grass;

He even found a caterpillar.

He found a fluffy milkweed pod,

And blew out all the 'filler'.

A bird's nest in a tree overhead,

So wisely placed up so high,

Was just another wonder

That caught his eager eye.

A neighbor watched his zig zag course,

And hailed him from his lawn,

Asking him where he'd been that day

And what was going on.

"I've been to Bible School",

He said and turned a piece of sod.

He picked up a wiggly worm replying,

"I've learned a lot about God".

"Hmm, fine way," the neighbor said,

For a boy to spend his time."

"If you tell me where God is,

I'll give you a brand new dime."

Quick as a flash the answer came,

Nor were his accents faint.

"I'll give you a dollar, Mister,

If you can tell me where God ain't!"

Take Me Out To The Ballgame!

A FEW MILES DRIVE

and I was at Dunedin stadium,
spring training stadium for the Blue Jays.

I enjoyed relaxing and watching a ballgame.

Spring Training Game: Blue Jays vs Yankees

Yankees won!

Friends of Israel

Friends of Israel

Our mission is focused in three vital areas:

1. Making Christ Known

through the clear proclamation of the gospel,

2. Educating the Jewish

and Gentile communities

about biblical truths

relating to God’s enduring program

for the Chosen People and the church,

3. Edifying Believers

through encouragement and assistance

in building effective ministries."

Charlie & Femmy enjoyed lunch & fellowship

with the local Friends of Israel group

and were reminded of God's purposes and plans!

Pray for the peace of Israel.

Botanical Birthday

What a great place to spend the day!

Watch Out For The Alligator!

The Sun Was Shining...

It Was Uplifting To See God's Creation!

And yes, it was my birthday... Charlie

Notes from Church

I Can Do

All Things Through Christ

Who Strengthens Me!

Phil. 4:13

I CAN

Bear any trial...

Perform any duty...

Subdue any evil propensity...

Meet all the temptations of life's experiences!

I CAN

Through Christ Who Strengthens Me!

NOT

By my ability...

NOT

By my strength of body or mind!

I CAN

Through Christ Who Strengthens Me!

conclusion...

I need not sink under any trial!

I need not yield to any temptation!

I need not be harassed by any thoughts or desires!

I need not dread what is to come!

Happy Valentine's Day Sweetheart!

Sweetheart, Happy Valentine's Day!

because of you...

I laugh,

I smile,

I dare to dream again.

I look forward to spending

the rest of my life with you,

caring for you,

nurturing you,

being there for you in all life.

I Love You!

A Tribute To Stan - his favorite poem

I Am A Poor Sinner,

And Nothing At All

But Jesus Christ Is My All In All

Jack the converted huckster who used to sing,

"I'm a poor sinner, and nothing at all,

But Jesus Christ is my all in all."

Those who knew him were astonished

at his constant composure.

They had a world of doubts and fears,

and so they asked him why he never doubted.

"Well," he said,

"I can't doubt but that I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all,

for I know that, and feel it every day.

And why should I doubt

that Jesus Christ is my all in all?

for He says He is."

"Oh!" said his questioner,

"I have my ups and downs."

"I don't," said Jack;

"I can never go up,

for in myself I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all;

and I cannot go down,

for Jesus Christ is my all in all."

Jack wanted to join the church,

and they said

he must tell his conversion experience.

He said,

"All my experience is that I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all,

and Jesus Christ is my all in all."

"Well," they said,

"when you come before the church-meeting,

the minister may ask you questions."

"I can't help it," said Jack,

"all I know I will tell you;

and this is all I know-
I'm a poor sinner, and nothing at all,

But Jesus Christ is my all in all."

He was admitted into the church,

and continued with the brethren,

walking in holiness;

but that was still all his experience,

and you could not get him beyond it.

"Why," said one brother,

"I sometimes feel so full of grace,

I feel so advanced in sanctification,

that I begin to be very happy."

"I never do," said Jack;

"I am a poor sinner, and nothing at all."

"But then," said the other,

"I go down again, and think I am not saved,

because I am not as sanctified as I used to be."

"But I never doubt my salvation," said Jack,

"because Jesus Christ is my all in all,

and He never alters."

by Charles Spurgeon

Happy Birthday Amanda!

Did Somebody Say Birthday?

Another Year Of Laughter

Another Year of Joy and Fun,

Surprises, Love, and Happiness.

And When Your Birthday's Done,

I Hope You Feel Deep In Your Heart,

How Much You Mean To Us!

We Love You Amanda,

Mom & Dad Allen

A Fun Day-Trip

We visited the 21-acre living history museum located in the heart of Pinellas County. The natural pine and palmetto landscape is home to some of Pinellas County’s most historic buildings.

There are over 25 historic structures and features, some dating back to the 19th century, include a school, church, sponge warehouse, railroad depot and store as well as a variety of historic homes.

There was a folk music festival going on, so we sat back and enjoyed the music as well!

I am fixing Femmy a surprise dinner!

SHHHHHHHH - Femmy will be home any minute now . . .

MENU

Spring Salad with Greek Dressing

Ribeye Steak

Sweet Potatos

Cheese Cake with fresh Strawberrys

Welcome home Sweetheart!

PRAYER BULLETIN BOARD

P R A Y E R . . . R E Q U E S T S

Pray for Jimmy -
to find the right job that God has for him and to be comforted during times of trial.

Pray for Elizabeth -
to be encouraged and comforted during times of trial and guidance for her ministry.

Pray for Jonathan -
to find the right job that God has for him and peace of mind for both Jonathan & Bekah as they wait on God's leading.

Pray for Femmy -
to have strength and energy at her work with special needs children (quite draining)!

Pray for Charlie -
to have wisdom in completing Scripture - Music presentations to the youth.

Pray for Matt & Amanda -
to see their MMD Events business grow and expand to reach their dreams.

Recipe - Jonathan's Black Bean Soup

Enjoy it!

In Soup Pot

cook: 8 slices of chopped up turkey bacon

After that is turning crisp add: 1 chopped onion; 3 chopped garlic cloves.

Cook a short time and then add: 1lb browned ground turkey (cooked first); 1 can of diced tomatoes; 4 cans of rinsed black beans; 1 can of chicken broth; 1tbsp of ketchup; 1tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1tbsp chili powder; salt and pepper; some water to desired consistency; 1-2 limes juiced.

Bring that to a boil and simmer for about 10-15 min;
add chopped cilantro; and simmer for about 10 more min.

Spoon it up and have some kind of bread with it (corn bread is the best)!!!

Enjoy,

Love ya ~Jonathan

Oh Yeah... The Boat Ride!

Our Family Went On A Boat Ride...

Out of the Harbor... and into the Gulf!

Jon, Bekah, and her brother David

Jimmy & Elizabeth

It was a fun time!

Matthew, another year older and wiser!

Matthew, Happy Birthday!!!

Love, Mom & Dad

Happy moments, PRAISE GOD.

Difficult moments, SEEK GOD.

Quiet moments, WORSHIP GOD.

Painful moments, TRUST GOD.

Every moment, THANK GOD.