Oct 26 through Oct 31

The school registered two new students recently, one in the fifth grade and one in the seventh grade. Unfortunately, the seventh grader was a transfer student, but has not returned to school since the first day. We are praying for the child, but have now heard that the student will be registering at yet another school. The total students at this point are 23, including Kelcy & Noah in preschool.

Thursday

Today, we went as a school to the Winslow first station and visited. The trip to the fire station was so great! We got to meet two fireman, who showed us some of the tools that firefighters use to combat fires. We saw an ax, a hammer and a hook. Dylan got to demonstrate the "Stop, Drop and Roll" technique. They also informed us about fire safety and the proper installation of smoke detectors. After their demonstration, one of the firefighters put on his jacket, neckguard, helmet, oxygen tank and mask and all his fire protectant clothing. I thought that this was a brilliant idea. Afterward, he went around and shook hands with the kids. It was quite an intimidating sight. The firefighters want to make sure that kids will recognize them in an emergency and not hide from them. Abby and Kelcy reacted strongly to seeing the firefighter with his uniform. I think the picture of the firefighter in uniform brought back the memory of the past. Our neighbor in Kentucky had their house burn in November of 2006. Abby and Kelcy were right across the street with their babysitter Lindsey and they witnessed most of the scene. The neighbors called the emergency department from our house and they saw the firefighters and the fire truck and everything. Abby has talked about what happened for a long time. They witnessed the devastation of the fire and Abby will remember that forever. It is coming up on the second anniversary of the fire. Beth Ann and Wayne, if you are reading this, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! We love you and miss you all!

The school kids got to try on the fire fighter's jacket and even the oxygen tank and hat. One of the kids in Jerry's class got to try on the uniform and I really think she could see herself in the job of firefighter. We all also got to hold the fire hose and shoot some water! Even Kelcy and Noah got to hold the hose and spray some water. The kids also managed to get very wet in the process. Thank you, Winslow Fire Department, it was enjoyable and educational!

After the fire station, we went to a local playground and ate our lunch, then played for a half an hour. It was a nice change of pace for everyone. On the way back to school on the bus, the kids sang songs and had a good time.

Friday night (WARNING: Sensitive Health Information)

Kelcy woke up about 1AM vomiting. She has been sick with the stomach virus since then (it is Tuesday). Same night at 3AM Abby woke up vomiting. Abby woke up Kelcy and she had to vomit again, so, we had one in each bathroom! Abby was fine the next morning.

Saturday night

Jerry & I made Navajo tacos tonight. I mixed and rolled out the fry bread and Jerry fried them in the iron skillet. Then, Jerry made the ground beef with onions and taco seasoning and the beans. We chopped up lettuce and tomato. Then we added cheese and sour cream and had a feast. I confess that I cannot make the fry bread like the Navajo ladies. I do not have the ability to pull it out flat enough to fry it, without getting holes in it. So, I cheated and used my rolling pin and it seemed to work fine to roll it out.

Sunday

Sunday service at Red Sands was not so well attended as usual. Daron brought a great message about the Superheroes of the Bible and how we can all be Superheroes if we trust God. It was pot luck Sunday and some of the members had prepared lots of food to help feed the multitudes we were hoping for. So, we had lots of leftovers!

The Roberts left to go to Phoenix right after service. They were picking up two men who have come here to help finish the staff house under construction. Please pray for the safety of the workers and for success in their efforts

Next week: Kelcy turns 3! Mr Bill Returns!