We missed it...

We missed sweet little Tatum's birthday, it looks like it was a blast.

Hangin' with Abe !!

We went to Washington DC this past Friday and had a great time. We went to eat at a African Restraunt and it was delicious! We got to see "Embassy Row" with flags from all over the world as well as the major Monuments! Abe Lincoln was our favorite. Union Station was a hub of activity and a new adventure for us both! We had a great time! We saw people from all over the world and got to talk with several of them.

Amanda's favorite part was the beautiful weather and enjoying a "big city" with all the sights to see. Stephen's least favorite part was the bumpy metro and felt a little queazy a few times... (but so did Amanda!)

Not Gone Yet!!!

We are still here in the States and are getting ready for our big venture across the Atlantic! We leave October 4th! We can't wait to hit the sand and start learning Arabic. We've tried to start learning a little, and are challenged and excited to continue learning the "real stuff" when we get there! Thanks for joining our ride!

We miss you all!! (note in picture)

Boone

We have been here for about 2 weeks helping Amanda’s mom get her house ready to put on the market. We’ve had a great time. We also went to see her grandparents and uncle in Virginia and Greensboro. We celebrated her little sister’s birthday at a great place called Sim’s BBQ. We loved (well, Amanda did) the square dancin’!

Ellerbe

Earlier in the summer we celebrated our nephew Jacob’s birthday as he turned one. He sure did have a wonderful birthday!! Family, friends, cake, and air walks… who could ask for more??

Myrtle Beach

Fun in the sun w/ friends. I took the picture using the timer b/c I don't like asking for help!

What a view from Emerald Isle

Boone

We are currently calling Boone "home" for this week.