Praise the LORD
O praise the Lord most high
Ruler of land and sky
Teacher of the people of the moor
Helper of weak and poor
Praise the Lord of power and might
Leader of the Christian fight
Josiah T. Sauve

 

The Adventures in Port Huron with Grace and Christianna

1411 Griswold St. is where my uncle grew up, and is now the summer home for my grandparents when visiting from Florida. This past week Faith, Christianna and I had the opportunity to stay with them and help out with cooking and other things since my Grandma fractured a vertebrae in her back. Faith was able to stay from Monday till Wednesday and then Christianna and I switched with her till we were picked up on the way to church on Sunday. Between taking my great aunt to the doctor, exploring the hidden treasures of the old house, baking and enjoying a stroll along the river, we also enjoyed spending time reading, drawing or just talking with our Grandparents. 

Past the gate, into the small backyard, where once they were pruned and cultivated, now wandered wild and entangled; roses and ivy, ferns and bushes waiting to be admired and enjoyed once again. 

 

On Thursday, while Grandma and Grandpa were away at a luncheon, Christianna and I opened the door of mystery and headed up to the attic to see what it contained. Though most of it seemed to be filled with holiday decor and things retired from use, such as lamps, small tables and chairs, there were also somethings that appeared to hold tales of eras before our existence, filled full with stories that might never be told.  

Though we did not open them, we were told that these old trunks had been filled with memorbilia from WWII and their owner's time of service for our country. 

A collection of styles and fashion of yesterdays, filled with memories and stories past lived. 

Remembering the past and mysteries untold. 

With being so used to cooking for 9 people, preparing a meal for only 4 was a piece of cake!  

 

While Grandma was getting her hair done, Grandpa, Christianna and I had lunch in the park. It was rather windy, but the scenery was outstanding as we walked along the river, watching the sail boats and other small water craft battle the choppy waters and strong currents. 

History lesson with Aunt Jackie and Grandpa! We learned so many interesting things about their mother and her family and extended family! The photograph pictured is of their mother (center) and her parents and brother. 

The Weekend's Celebration!

Once again we gathered to celebrate 'the twins' birthday! It was figured out that this year, their age is the same as the year they were born! Happy *106*th Birthday mom and Aunt Carmen! May God bless you with many more years to come!

It was the day of the big boat race, the ' Port Huron-Mackinac Race'. We were there around noon, but you could still see the outline of the sail boats in the distance with an ocasional barge coming through along with a great many of smaller boats. We couldn't have asked for better weather! 

 

The sporter's spirit comes out!
The boys, and Uncle Tim had fun tossing a baseball around after lunch, and batting in the field near by, where it was said that Aunt Carmen once hit a home run over the fence when she played fast pitch softball in Highschool!

Tia and the watermelon. 

As Josh was enjoying his juicy watermelon, this beautiful little guy (a Monarc Butterfly) stopped by for a drink. 

Josh and Christianna looking out into the deep blue water of the St. Claire River.

The U.S. Coast Guard is on patrol. 

The annual Family Picture!  

God Bless America....America Honor God!!!

Psalm 33:11-22
The counsel of the LORD stands forever,
The plans of His heart to all generations.
Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD,
The people He has chosen as His own inheritance.
The LORD looks from heaven;
He sees all the sons of men.
From the place of His dwelling He looks
On all the inhabitants of the earth;
He fashions their hearts individually;
He considers all their works.

No king is saved by the multitude of an army;
A mighty man is not delivered by great strength.
A horse is a vain hope for safety;
Neither shall it deliver any by its great strength.
Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear Him,
On those who hope in His mercy,
To deliver their soul from death,
And to keep them alive in famine.
Our soul waits for the LORD;
He is our help and our shield.
For our heart shall rejoice in Him,
Because we have trusted in His holy name.
Let Your mercy, O LORD, be upon us,
Just as we hope in You.

Happy Birthday Faith!!!

To my dear sister, who has always been my leader and friend, I thank you, and pray that God will bless you with many more years in this life to serve Him and continue to bless others! Happy 22nd Birthday! Love always, Grace

"Don't worry folks, this fire is under control!"  

I know I usually only put pictures up of the celebrated person on their special day, but since this was also independence Day and I thought this photo looked neat I'm sticking it in here! John has always seemed to show more of the Learned side in him, in resemblance and actions so I thought this picture was rather interesting since grandpa Learned is in the background. Can you see the similarities?