Doug, Mama and I had the honor of attending this event.
Hosted by SBC, it was an interfaith dialogue on morality in today’s culture with Dennis Prager and Dr. Wayne Grudem.
Some questions it covered: Is morality in peril in our 21st-century age of feelings?
Are truths still self-evident in today’s culture?
Does morality matter to the younger generations?
The world we live in right now boggles my mind. I find that more than ever, we need to fight for the values of our country AND for our Judeo-Christian beliefs. Where has it all gone? God is and will always be the answer, and He continues to be on the throne NO MATTER WHAT. May we continue to live that way.
We woke up to a beautiful golf course view and a reminder of our FATHER. We also celebrate Daddy today. Since we missed Coopy immensely, we headed home early. A big day awaits! As we drove home, we listened to Jamie, our pastor. His sermon was still on Jonah and running FOR God! We are HIS ambassadors! Let’s act that way.
Arrived! Coopy, here we come.
Reunited and it feels so good!
Now we can focus on Daddy the rest of the day. However, when we got home, Coopy seemed to have a bit of a boo boo on his foot. So we ended up having to fix his foot up with gauze and have him wear a cone so he wouldn’t mess with it.
Mom, NOT happy about this.
Ok, after getting quite focused, the dinner had to be prepared (Mama was coming over!) and the presents had to get ready!
Daddy looked relaxed and ready for the fun.
Are you excited, Daddy?
OH yes!
And Coopy? We are ready for you to relax too.
Mama arrived, and she had a little goody for Daddy to open.
But first, his card….fresh from her presses.
She worked so hard on this TRUE card! What about this shirt? Doesn’t he look handsome?
She always has such good taste.
Now, Tot’s turn. She made him all kinds of goodies. First, the book:
A Me and Daddy book.
Me and Daddy fix stuff, launch rockets, build stuff and I LOVE HIM!
The hedgehog even says so!
Daddy, you are the best!
Now, my turn. I made him a book too! All homemade this year for our hero.
(It’s true: now he BUILDS (up), renews (us), serves (many), launches (many fun activities), and delivers (joy)!
Launching us into the future and soaring with…
Christ at the center.
We love you, HHH and Daddy.
We had a lovely chicken, potato and salad dinner. (Thanks to daddy for running to the store!).
Tatum entertained us with some songs after dinner.
Daddy, it’s all for you. You represent our Father in so many ways. Kind-hearted, provider, servant, and leader.
Now, we stayed on the Breezy trail or so we thought. We were on the roundabout way to see the Cathedral rock. Now, somewhere along our route, we ended up on the Templeton trail. I should say “trial” because with all these trails intersecting, we couldn’t tell what was what. What we did know was that they all led UP to this:
Ok, here we are on the Templeton!
No snakes this time…just lots of mountain bikers and new agers. Not quite sure what they are praying to. Ok…back to the beauty. Here are my sweeties.
Tot was enjoying the hike this time.
That stick did her well, but we were very happy to finish because it was H.O.T!
Woohoo! Time for coffee and treat! We decided to head to TLEQUPAQUE shopping area. The architecture alone is worth the visit. Doug took many pics as it inspires him. I love this about my honey.
Speaking of the cross, there is a chapel inside too! We couldn’t get in, but you can see the building.
So refreshing to see this in Sedona. The fountain is quite refreshing to see too!
Remember the bells at Doug’s past home?
Ok, so we found a cool used book store and record store. Probably spent about one hour in this small place. We ended up buying an Suessisms book. Tot enjoyed reading it while we chatted with the owner.
After enjoying the shopping, we found some shade and some hugs. I love my family..surrounded by HIS green foliage.
We tired ourselves out, and so it was the usual: Lunch, frosties and back to the room to regenerate for golf and swimming.
My honey hubby had some incredible shots today! He has been practicing in his sleep I guess because Phil Mickelson would be proud.
Later after dinner, Tot sang a few songs on the ROCK.
We took in the view and just reflected on our time.
A few kisses for my bumby.
The time we spend together is just that. TIME. Togetherness, Intimacy, Memories, and Experiences. It takes TIME> Man, sometimes, it can be hard to be 24/7 with each other, but It makes us more HOLY to be accountable in ALL circumstances. How we react to events, each other, life…. It’s all under a microscope when we have each other always. God is refining us with this, and for that, I’m SOOOO grateful.
Look at this view.
Sweetie, thank you for making this trip possible.
Now, let’s get some sleep and enjoy our SUNDAY! Father’s Day 2020!!!
Being locked up in the house for nearly three and a half months can make one a bit itchy. We were itching to get out of dodge or Scottsdale! Sedona promised to be a bit cooler, and we love visiting Poco Diablo since they have a golf course right on the grounds.
We left on Thursday morning with our car all packed up. Thank goodness we are able to bring food! (saves loads of money)
Ok, Coopy-head, to Boulder Creek you go.
And to the Sedona suite! How appropriate. Oh, sweet guy. We’ll miss you.
That face.
We scaddadle out of there because it was hard to say goodbye. Off to our hike.
When we arrived in Red Rock country, it was SOOOOO busy. Instead of Oak Creek, we headed to another shorter hike closer to our hotel. It still was wonderful.
Huckaby. I love the name. (Mike Huckabee is a strong conservative Christian who ran for Pres a few years back).
Family pic:
It was pretty darn toasty out. Like 95! So, we only walked about .5 mile to and .5 mile back. Enough to get a few exciting views
and a visit from a snake. Yes, as I headed down the mountain, I noticed a slithery sound. There he was right next to me, and guess what? He lunged right at me! Little did I know he had a little mouse in his mouth, and he wanted to protect his lunch so he flew to the other side. Wish he would have warned me. I screamed for a moment. Exciting now, then, frightening.
Tatum found a walking stick and felt quite tall.
Want a pic, Tot? We finished! Oh, dear. I just want to go get lunch.
Ok, we were all ready for some cool lunch and some goodie.
We enjoyed a nice Subway lunch and then we notice Wendy’s next door.
Honey (Dugg…Phonetically, the cashier got it. Aye), ordered 3 Junior frosties. Yes, they make teensy Tot size, but honestly, that was enough.
We arrived at the hotel and immediately played a few holes. We were all a bit rusty, but we had some fun. Even had some straight shots…all of us.
Wildflower for dinner on the deck. Oh, the best is sitting outside and enjoying this view.
Hi honeyXOXO
Tot… she always has her antennae up.
After a stroll and eyeing the flying bats around the course, we enjoyed a show from Tot.
It was 6/14: FLAG DAY! Ready to go. Masks and all. They did suggest them for the service.
However, only the staff was wearing them, so we removed them so we could sing! Tatum wanted to join us in the service, and they had no Discovery Kids anyway, so it worked out.
They gave her a little note sheet to keep up with the service. She was so focused!
Favorite song.
What did you learn?
What were some of the verses?
The sermon was about Jonah and how we all do run from God at times. Sometimes brokenness is where we need to be to be closer to God. Our recognition of our need for God each day keeps us on our needs and humble.
I run to the Father again and again and again and again.
Thank you for a great service. Great job, lovebug, on tracking with it.
It was time. Yes. We had been home for months now due to the quarantine, and it was time to take my family out on a date. Also, I like having things on the calendar to look forward to. Anticipation is 1/2 the fun! So I had “Hay Surprise” on the calendar for June 12th. We hardly ever go out to eat, and especially with Tatum. This would be perfect!
I made an invitation for Daddy and Tot, and I told them to be ready at 5:30 sharp. Don’t they look so nice?
Open it up!
Keep going..
A Hay Happening! Where: The White Chocolate Grill
Why: Hay’s Celebrate US! Off we go, my two cutie pies. Coopy, you’re my third, but you must stay home.
We got there right on time.
I ordered a shrimp cocktail for us to all share, and Tatum got a bubble water with cherries.
The server loved Tot and kept bringing her cherries. This smile….
Later, we played a little HAY game. We each took a letter and went through words that would describe our family or what we’d like. Daddy had “H,” Tot had “A,” and I enjoyed the “Y” responsibility.
“Hippo” represents the hippo Tot saved money to buy at Christmas: PATIENCE. The “hat” would represent all the hats we wear as a family (we are a team!) Tot chose “apple” because they both like my apple cinnamon muffins. “Author” because we are writing a book this summer. (stay tuned for that!). I had “yummy” because that is my goal in cooking each day. “Yonder” because as we look into our future, it is bright. “Yawn” because Daddy is starting to come to bed earlier! The “yell”was for only yelling for Jesus! (that is the only yelling that should occur, right!?)
We got cut off by our delicious dinner. Tot had the kid’s salmon and it really looked pretty “un”kid! I got Caesar with shrimp, and Daddy got the Idaho trout. We were in heaven.
It was pretty silent while we ate because the food was truly delightful. Time for hugs and appreciation for US.
Now Daddy’s turn.
The laughing. Yes, this was my goal for tonight: Levity and laughter.
Thank you, family, for making the Hay Happening Happy!
