nice doggie, I mean goat....
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
THE WHITEPOST FARM
We had a great time today exploring one of the farms here on Long Island. It was amazing. So many animals to see, pumpkins, horses, a train ride, pony ride, hay ride, corn field, toy houses to explore...and so much more. We had the best time feeding the animals as you can see in the photo's, especially the video. After just a few minutes Jonah was an old farmer hanging out with all the livestock. He had a blast! We will be going back for sure, they have festivals for the harvest and during Christmas time. I think we liked the goats the best...they can sure eat alot...and best of all they like milk...yum!
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Tuesday, September 26, 2006
CHURCH
Well we were pleased once again at the Calvary Chapel in Holbrook. The pastor is just a crack up and boy can he talk (remind you of someone). He kept on joking that we weren't leaving until 2:00-which I'm sure would of been fine by many of us. Mitch's friend, Antonio came and left wanting to come back. Praise God! He had only good things to say...so we shall see what happens. It is tough that the church isn't right around the corner, hard to get used to the fact that you just can't drop by, however, God has us here and knows what He is doing. They have so many different ministries going on. Couples retreat, Men's retreat, prayer, bible study...they have a Sat. night service starting up with a ministry called the Solid Rock Cafe afterwards for teens and younger adults. So there is plenty of opportunity to get fed and serve. I feel like we have found a new home and I'm sure we will cultivate new friendships. We still miss all of our brothers and sisters back in F.B. and send out our big hugs and love to all of you...the Jaffuels
Well we were pleased once again at the Calvary Chapel in Holbrook. The pastor is just a crack up and boy can he talk (remind you of someone). He kept on joking that we weren't leaving until 2:00-which I'm sure would of been fine by many of us. Mitch's friend, Antonio came and left wanting to come back. Praise God! He had only good things to say...so we shall see what happens. It is tough that the church isn't right around the corner, hard to get used to the fact that you just can't drop by, however, God has us here and knows what He is doing. They have so many different ministries going on. Couples retreat, Men's retreat, prayer, bible study...they have a Sat. night service starting up with a ministry called the Solid Rock Cafe afterwards for teens and younger adults. So there is plenty of opportunity to get fed and serve. I feel like we have found a new home and I'm sure we will cultivate new friendships. We still miss all of our brothers and sisters back in F.B. and send out our big hugs and love to all of you...the Jaffuels
Friday, September 22, 2006
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
WHAT'S NEW
Time is ticking by, and at rapid pace. I can't believe we have been here almost 2 months. Jonah is growing by leaps and bounds. He used his own potty...oh my gosh. Just for pee pee but wow! I don't think Mitch and I were ready for that...it's so grown up. He goes to the park almost every day either with me or grandpa. My dad tries to take him out all the time. If not to the park then into town where they can people and car watch. Jonah loves to run around, (everywhere) and is climbing stairs like a pro. He waves bye bye to us when he leaves the room and then he comes running back to do it again (and again). He is getting so much love. He gives not just Mitch and I but my mom and dad hugs all the time. It's so awesome to see. We wanted so much for Jonah to be loved by my family and it's just great to witness it actually happening.
We are getting more of a normal day to day rhythum going, which is nice after such a long haul of "Stuff". We attended Calvary Chapel of Holbrook on Sunday...we liked it alot! First the pastor's name is Kevin...good sign. Second, no suit...even better. Third, there building is an old Knight of Columbus hall...ahhh just like home. But most importantly the pastor just loves the word. We could feel his heart and soul behind his teaching. We just couldn't sit thru someone who sounded like they were reading a script. After Kevin Green the bar was set pretty high. I think the Lord may have lead us to the right spot. It's a bit of a drive (about 35 minutes) but that's o.k. Mitch actually knows someone who lives out that way and perhaps he will meet us at church one day. I feel so anxious to be part of a fellowship...it is an obvious void in our life. The pastor was teaching in Hebrews and he talked a bit on patience....I know I know. He talked of all the waiting by different people throughout the Bible. God answers, God is there, His timing is perfect, He knows what the next chapter, He's got us in His hands....it's good to be reminded. We look forward to next Sunday, please pray for the spiritual meat to be fed to us. Thank-you!
Time is ticking by, and at rapid pace. I can't believe we have been here almost 2 months. Jonah is growing by leaps and bounds. He used his own potty...oh my gosh. Just for pee pee but wow! I don't think Mitch and I were ready for that...it's so grown up. He goes to the park almost every day either with me or grandpa. My dad tries to take him out all the time. If not to the park then into town where they can people and car watch. Jonah loves to run around, (everywhere) and is climbing stairs like a pro. He waves bye bye to us when he leaves the room and then he comes running back to do it again (and again). He is getting so much love. He gives not just Mitch and I but my mom and dad hugs all the time. It's so awesome to see. We wanted so much for Jonah to be loved by my family and it's just great to witness it actually happening.
We are getting more of a normal day to day rhythum going, which is nice after such a long haul of "Stuff". We attended Calvary Chapel of Holbrook on Sunday...we liked it alot! First the pastor's name is Kevin...good sign. Second, no suit...even better. Third, there building is an old Knight of Columbus hall...ahhh just like home. But most importantly the pastor just loves the word. We could feel his heart and soul behind his teaching. We just couldn't sit thru someone who sounded like they were reading a script. After Kevin Green the bar was set pretty high. I think the Lord may have lead us to the right spot. It's a bit of a drive (about 35 minutes) but that's o.k. Mitch actually knows someone who lives out that way and perhaps he will meet us at church one day. I feel so anxious to be part of a fellowship...it is an obvious void in our life. The pastor was teaching in Hebrews and he talked a bit on patience....I know I know. He talked of all the waiting by different people throughout the Bible. God answers, God is there, His timing is perfect, He knows what the next chapter, He's got us in His hands....it's good to be reminded. We look forward to next Sunday, please pray for the spiritual meat to be fed to us. Thank-you!
Monday, September 04, 2006
CENTRAL PARK
We had a lovely Labor Day Weekend (after the hurracaine blew thru on Saturday). Sunday was just perfect with a nice drive along the shore and then on Monday we hit Central Park. We saw the animals in the Zoo, we walked around the lake where there are lots of toy boats motoring around the water. Plenty of ducks to feed, musicians to listen to (Jonah really liked a beautiful guitar player and an old man on an old violin). There was tons of people watching and when we walked down 5th Ave. lots of good traffic to watch. We saw the sea lions get fed and we got real close to a polar bear. Jonah ran around the lake and tried to befriend all the dogs. He practiced his stair climbing and had a ball. The weather here has been real pleasant. It felt almost a bit like a fall day today. Perhaps the real hot weather is past us. We hope to take a trip upstate and see some of the beautiful areas nearby...we'll keep you all posted.
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