Kodiak Winter Scenes January 2007

Winter 2006-2007 in Kodiak Alaska

Christmas with Family in 2006

It's been a few month's since I've made an entry, and just wanted to let those of you know who read this stuff, that Linda and I are still "alive and well" - or maybe I should re phrase that; how about alive and getting better all the time. We decided to use up 80,000 air miles and spend Christmas in Washington with two of our kids, Rebekah and Richard, and their families. Prior to leaving Alaska, we also spent a few days with Jon and Leanndra and their girls at their home in Peter's Creek. One of those days we opened a few gifts and then another day we watched the Anchorage Aces Hockey Team play an exciting game. Once in Washington, we were met by Richard and Jennifer and then drove to Port Angeles where we spent four days. Friends in PA we've known for a number of years let us stay in their home while they were away visiting their family. Christmas this year was much the same as last year - when we did exactly the same thing. Only this year, we got to see Rich and Jen's hockey team the Everett Silver Tips (who lead their division in the WHL). They have a tremendous winning season so far. And speaking of winning season's; the Anchorage Aces won the ECHL Championship last year. Of course we're hoping for a 'repeat' this season.

Our ministry continues with "Native New Life" and "Hearts Going Toward's Wellness". Following Christmas with family, we are back at both, and enjoying the ministry God has given us here in Kodiak. Towards the end of 2006, Linda and I became homeowners. After renting for 19 years, we bought the home from our employer's - "InterAct Ministries". It was a blessing to be able to do this, and now we trust the Lord for Him to provide for the mortgage payments. With some of our savings, we've been able to make some improvements, like laminate flooring for the living and dining room and hall. Then in the kitchen we took out the old linoleum and put down a ceramic tile flooring. We are thankful to be able to make these changes, and it looks so nice.