V.B.S.

On Saturday, Waverly and I attended the Vacation Bible School program at Christian Assembly Church. This was a special trip into mommy's memory, as I used to go to church here for many years with my grandmother. My favorite time of year was always bible school. I would stay with Aunt Bonnie or sometimes, my Great Aunt Martha and Uncle Charles. I remember having the best of times with my family and then going to vbs every night with my friends.

Aunt Bonnie and Waverly

This year's theme was western and Aunt Bonnie's classroom was well-decorated. She had a saddle, fireplace and guitar. I remember well how I would look forward to vbs each year. I loved the crafts (and still have a couple of things I made) and music. This year, Cousin Heather made a prayer journal and a wind chime.

Heather also sang a solo in the program and played the trumpet (my favorite!). Little Waverly wanted to participate too, and "sang" while the other children were singing. She was so good throughout the program, but was getting a little antsy in the middle. She listened so intently to Heather's solo and then it was off to the beautiful newly furnished nursery for a little "mommy and me" time!

My second cousin Angela, with her husband Todd, meeting Waverly.


My Great Aunt Christine and Uncle Dewayne

My Great Aunt Louise loving Waverly


It was wonderful to see all my extended family and introduce Waverly. We also visited with Uncle Charles and Jim and Faye (Heather's paternal grandparents). Miss Waverly loves Jim now, since he taught us a new trick - a pacifier dipped in ice water is great for teething gums! She fell asleep when Jim was holding her and was mad when it was time to go home. Poor little Waverly - she will want to visit again soon!