Classes

Last night was the first night of religious education classes at our church. I was a little nervous about teaching solo this year, but then things got rolling and everything was fine. When the night started, there were only 3 students registered for my class which is the Confirmation group - 10th graders. I ended up with 5 students (4 girls and 1 boy) by the end of the night. I think it is going to be a really good year. I'm a little concerned about the end of the year when Buckwheat is scheduled to arrive...I'm not sure who is going to take over the class...but we have lots of time to determine that.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Until next time...

The Price Is Right

As most of you know, Doug and I traveled to L.A. last February to fulfill my life long dream of being on The Price Is Right. And, if you remember, we were able to be in the studio audience after standing in line for 6 hours! In addition, if you remember, I was chosen to "come on down!"

For the past few months they have been re-running episodes from the last season with Bob Barker. So...what I am getting at is...if you missed us on TV in March, you have a chance to catch it again. Our episode will re-air on this Friday, the 21st of September.

Look for us in the opening "sweep" of the audience!

F.Y.I. The Price Is Right airs at 11 am eastern standard time (10 am central time).

Fishing

Doug and I went fishing Saturday night with some friends from work, Fred & Anna. We arrived at Red Rock, near Pella, IA, around 6 p.m. or so. We fished for a while, and then it began to rain on us. We were able to see the most beautiful rainbow from it though. It was a complete full rainbow, with the start of a double. I was able to get one good picture of it.

Doug fishing in the rain.

Finally, the rain passed, and we stayed at the lake until 9:30! Anna had the most success of any of us. I believe she ended up with two catfish, 2-3 carps, 1 crappie, and probably a few little ones too.

Rajean's big catch of the night.

Doug's big catch.

Doug and Fred holding one of the many catches Anna got in the night.

Baby Update

Doug and I went to another baby appointment on Friday...and everything is going great! We were even able to hear Buckwheat's heat beat. It was so strong and clear! 156 beats/min. (Is that girl or boy by the old wives tale?)

"Good and healthy," said the doctor. We go back on October 15th for the next visit.

In addition, I finally have the first picture to post of my belly! Please, don't mind Fred in the corner...he had to jump in at the last minute...and it was too cute not to leave in.

End of Week 12!

Until next time...

Happy Birthday!

Today is my mom's birthday! I hope she doesn't work too hard today and is able to enjoy her special day. We were able to celebrate early over the Labor Day weekend with some Mayonnaise cake (yummy!) and homemade ice cream!

Sorry we don't get to spend the day with you, Mom, but know that we are thinking about you and sending you lots of love.

So...again, Happy Birthday!!!