To thank Christian for all his hardwork serving this year Matt surprised him with an overnight trip. They spent the night at a friend's cabin in the woods. They ate lots, talked lots and laughed even more! What a great memory!
Well it took alot of help from many friends and alot of secrets but after planning with Rolf for months how we could celebrate all of Matt's hard work we both agreed a truck would really bless him. Rolf encouraged me to pray that the stock market would do better this year and then informed me that it did and he would able to make the surprise a reality. Aaron Law and the PC guys started by playing a Jepardy game show with Matt setup to win. They blindfolded him and brought him out to see his "prize". What a look of surprise and excitement! After he recovered he took his friends and kids for a victory lap. It was so great to celebrate all of Matt's hardwork. Thanks to Rolf for his amazing gift!
To thank Jordan for all his serving in our family this year, Matt surprised him with a gift of recording at Sovereign Grace Ministry's Recording studio. He had a song he wrote and played the drums, bass, guitar and sang (not at the same time). He loved being in that environment and learning from Dave Mckenzie. The Donovans also joined us on this special afternoon. Jordan is playing the guitar that Mark gave him.
The Donovan Family showed us so much care all year. We enjoyed DC together, a tea party, went shopping, a historical photoshoot and lots of delicious fellowship. To top it off we had a going away dinner where they blessed us with thoughtful gifts. The girls made our girls beaded headbands. Kerry made a collage of the the girls photoshoot. Christian was blessed with a leather journal. Matt had been wanting an old hymnal and without knowing it the Lisa gave him one. I was blessed with pretty napkins. One gift in particular was a true sacrifice. Mark blessed Jordan with his Fender Telecaster electric guitar. Wow! Jordan was speechless and amazed. They have taught our family so much this year. We hope to make others feel as cared for as they have made us. We will miss you Mark, Lisa, Kerry and Emily!!!
