We began the month hanging out with the Browns. They hosted us for supper and to watch the Ole Miss vs South Carolina football game. Ole Miss won!!
fun night with our friends
the boys with Sara Madalin
Sara Madalin is a senior this year. Isn't that a cute photo of her!
The next morning David spoke at Shady Grove Baptist Church in Hazlehurst. Here we are with the pastor, Bro. Philip.
me and the boys with my mom
a few of us went out to lunch together after church
the boys with my mom and Ms. Charlotte
the boys with my Aunt Nita
Mimi and the boys
Cruz and Ben
me with my Aunt Nita
That evening we were at our home church, Harmony Baptist in Crystal Springs, for their Harmony Fest. It was a night of food, fun, and games.
David, me, Sara Madalin, and Reagan on the cake walk
Ben with Briggs and Flethcher
They worked the cake walk
Cruz with Jude, Cash and Jett
me with the Lincoln County Baptist Association women's ministry leaders
speaking at the World Day of Prayer event
me with a few of the ladies from Central Baptist Church in Brookhaven
That evening David attended a Copiah Baptist Association's men rally at Gallman Baptist Church in Gallman.
Later that week we were invited to supper with the Sullivans. They cooked a delicious steak meal, and we enjoyed great fellowship with them around the table.
That weekend we headed to Oxford to attend the Ole Miss football game. That was extremely fun!!
Ole Miss won!
a video of our day at the game
That Sunday we attended church at Central Baptist in Brookhaven and afterwards went out to lunch with Ms. Berenda. She is a precious lady and such a great encouragement to us.
On Monday of that week, I was blessed to spend some time sharing with these precious ladies at FBC McComb, MS. We had a delicious lunch meal together as well.
David and the boys were invited out to the country for an afternoon of target shooting. It has been several weeks now and they are still talking about it. They really had a wonderful time!
target shooting at the Carters
We made a Saturday day trip to Hattiesburg to see the Epps. They are fellow IMB missionaries and sweet friends. We really loved getting to spend the day with them! It began with lunch at Hattiesburgers & Blues and then an afternoon exploring The Lucky Rabbit.
us with the Epps
(David and Aaron were parking the cars)
me and Tiffany
She is one of the sweetest people I know!
Cruz and Evan
MK buds
The Brewsters were also in town, and we enjoyed all being together that day. We love time spent with our IMB missionary family.
The next day David preached the morning and evening services at Highland Baptist in Crystal Springs. His childhood friend, Van, took us out for lunch after the morning service. It was great to spend a little time with him.
The following Tuesday night I spoke to a women's group at FBC Hazlehurst. I went to this church growing up and loved getting to return and share with them. Seeing the faces of people I have known most of my life brought a smile to my face.
Thanksgiving week was our fall break from school. We had a fun week planned that began with a trip to Gulf Shores, AL. We enjoyed time at the beach and also a visit to Tropic Falls theme park & water park as well as their Christmas season kickoff night.
video of our beach time
Downtown OWA Christmas tree lighting and fireworks show in Foley, AL
a video of the Christmas celebration
our family at Tropic Falls in Foley, AL
a video of our time at the theme park and water park
We spent Thanksgiving Day with David's family in Crystal Springs.
The next day we headed to Starkville to attend the 2025 Egg Bowl.
This is a yearly rivalry game between Ole Miss and Mississippi State.
Ole Miss won 38-19!! We enjoyed getting to cheer them on. It was a
super fun day!
our family at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville
a video of our day at the game
This past Saturday, Cruz had his last day of work at Ole Brook Snow Cones and Snacks. They officially closed for the season at the end of November. Having this job has been one of his favorite parts of being
in the States this Stateside Assignment. It has been a great time of
growth for him. It has taught him responsibility, time management, and
some essential life skills. Plus, it has provided him a sense of
independence and having his own spending money that he earned himself has given him a lot of pride. He will miss getting to work when we return to Guatemala!
We ended the month at our home church in Crystal Springs. In addition to a great time of worship, it was fifth Sunday, which meant a covered dish meal after the service. It was fun and delicious.
Now, here we are in December. It sure got here fast!
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