Happy Birthday, Silas!

We had fun celebrating Silas' 3rd birth day (3/3) on Monday. We took Seth out of school and headed to an indoor water park (Fort Rapids) in south Columbus with Silas' friend Micah (Ward) and "the other Seth" (Mays) and their moms. We had a great time at this wonderful place. Silas enjoyed himself and loved all of his presents, cake, and the extra attention he got on his special day.

We're so thankful for the children God has given us and what a joy they are to our lives. Silas, especially, was a difficult baby, and, with that in mind, it is so awesome to see the pleasant and special young guy he is growing into. He's truly a nice, happy, young boy. Thanks to so many of you that prayed for Silas and all his sicknesses in the first two years of his life.

Silas' birthday is always a reminder for us of God's work in our lives and family. We actually got out some home movies of Silas' first birthday party- which was just a few days after we moved into our home here in Columbus. I just remember feeling so alone and so scared of what was to come in this new journey we were on to begin a new church, from scratch, in a new place. And, now to look back 2 years, and celebrate all God has done- meeting, literally, hundreds and hundreds of people; good, strong ministry presence in the community; a growing team at ClearView; financial provision; and so many answered prayers. We have such a long way to go...but God has been so good. It's fun that our little boy's birthday is a reminder of God's faithfulness!