Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
Hello Folks,
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'Tis getting late, but I must say hi. So ... "HI"
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This last weekend was an absolutely fantastic break in the routine of things. No, I didn't go sky diving, climb Mt. St. Helens or even do anything totally big and amazing. We were with my fam on Sat and Bekah's relative reunion cook out on Sun and we were totally rested.
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Praise God for his goodness!
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In Christ Jesus,
Michael & Rebekah Thomas
Awaiting the reception
Saturday we went to a reception for Andrew Demeusy who got married in Colorado
Art meets mug shot
My wife feeling a little woozy taking a break on the couch
Art
Fishbowl effect
Still a bit early for the reception, we take a walk
Bro 1 walks
Bro 2 does too
Slow dramatic music plays as we .... cross the bridgeAt the Demeusy reception at last
Reminiscing about the times when we were little. The Demeusy's were one of the first family's we really knew who home schooled. They were pioneers!
Pics of the honeymoon put on display
Look what I found!
"We know Michael ... we know"
A crowd forms
A couple informal Formals I was able to grab
Ooh!
Portrait
Portrait 2
At last, a home we can afford
Portrait time again
The homestead is not totally ours!
Bankers! Gotta watch out for the bankers!
Hey dahlin'
The party is complete
One for my dad ...
Rarely have I seen my dad fall so in love with technological gadgetry on the spot ...
This little baby stole his heart at first sight
Back at Kathy's ...
Do you ever have one of those afternoon where you are completely at peace? One of those times when the family is together, and no matter what anyone does, it just feels right.
Kathy's yard is living proof that anywhere can be a haven of beauty, color and life. If Nashua can look this good, well ...
All it takes, are plants and a few good books to create a miniature paradise
Chronicling the Thomas life
Art of discovery
The hobbit welcomes you
One by one, we examine the the forgotten ruins
Can we get in?
"The secret to success is constancy of purpose" Benjamin Disraeli
So we sat and talked of politicks of men & Providence of God;
So we sat and talked of politicks of men & Providence of God;our rears got wet as we sat on the dewey sod
Something about the way a fire flickers and grabs our imagination ...Sunday afternoon
After church, I was honored to take a quick shot for the Hathaway's family picture. You might remember Mr. Hathaway from his recent political forays in Rhode Island. Who knows, we might see him again ...
An ode' to family gatherings
There stands in the vale a monument to the ingenuity of a creative young mind
Yes, God has a sense of humor in abstract art. Who would have thought, a purple mushroom?
As barbed wire cut up the open range, so the haunts of our youth are cut up piece by piece by these little plastic signs.
Farewell to an era gone by
Could have been the weatherCould of just been Steve
But blueberries there weren't many
So few I couldn't believe
(Steve came all the way from S.C. just to be on this blog ... what a great new cousin in law)
Art
The failed blueberry expedition over, the cards are brought forth
Art
Art
Art
So, Josh, what exactly IS in your hand?
Abbey's Art
Thank you Abbey!
The sun sets low, and around the fire we gather
Well folks, that's all for now. Remember what great works God has wrought. Wednesday, July 22, 2009
"Be it resolved that the Alaska State Legislature hereby claims sovereignty for the state under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the Constitution of the United States."
Read the full article on the growing movement of states declaring their rights under the constitutions.
Monday, July 20, 2009
I'm still enjoying following oneroofafrica.blogspot.com, the modern day tale of a family who moved to Africa to adopt a son and learn a bit about life along the way.
Hello Folks!
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Life, as hard as it is to believe, has moved on. After the festivities, inspiration and fellowship on The Fourth, it seemed odd to step back into day to day living.
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The challenges of business and family begin to fill my mind. Can I keep the lessons of our forefather's before my mind? Time will tell.
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Solo Christo!
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As always,
Love in Christ Jesus,
Michael & Rebekah Thomas
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A Saturday to git stuff done
5 months after moving in we STILL don't have knobs on our cabinets or IKEA wardrobe. This was the day to git 'er done. After all the different weekend festivities I've been a part of over the last few months. It was really great to have a Saturday and just clean house.
Finding that dead center
Determination
"Taking a break" to sharpen the lawn mower blades
Young eyes are ever watching the movements that we make
A light touch
a smooth stroke
Blades are balanced upon the rim of the wagon
Final adjustments are made.
Somewhere in the vicinity of 4:00pm, I STILL hadn't done the shelving unit for my trailer. So, it was off to the Dread Depot to pick up supplies.
10:30 pm and I FINALLY have an organized trailer! Just wait 'till we hit the grass on monday. It won't know hit it. Yessirree Bob!
Bekah's now taking orders for cabinet knob installations. ;-)
A blessed Sunday
Our Sunday begins with a jamming session with Michael W. Smith's worship CD.
Later, Bekah and I come across an encampment of soldiers from the War of Northern Aggression. 
Can you hear the haunting cries waft through the air carried aloft by the sea breeze
Unfortunately, we were a bit late. Modern vehicles invaded the historic setting and tear down begins. It could have been historic. I was so excited, "Wow" what an unexpected blog moment. But No! There was nothing we could do to stem the tide of fleeing reenactors.
Quickly, I dash around to catch a shot of one of the few remaining reenactors.
In time, even they drift away. The building alone stands monument to what was imaginably a great event. 
The keeper of portals of my heart ... my beloved 
"Where did this mighty stone come from?" I pondered, and then ... it hit me. 
A time for reflection
Time slowswaves beat
the clouds drift
our hearts meet
A profile of entrepreneurship ... or the history of the lemonade stand.
- Prior to the New York City stands, one of the earliest documented lemonade stands was operated by Edward Bok from 1873 to 1876. He was ten years old when he began selling ice water for a penny to passengers in horse drawn carts who stopped to allow their horses water. Other boys soon began copying Bok's idea and stealing his business, so he made lemonade and sold it for three cents a glass instead.
Young Entrepreneur
Read the full article here: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5039147_history-lemonade-stands.html
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Concerned about potential untested mandatory vaccinations? More information on this important issue and a petition to uphold our right to self shield here:
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http://salsa.democracyinaction.org/o/568/campaign.jsp?campaign_KEY=27275
Hello Folks!
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The blog returns to cover the Fourth.
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It was a time for remembering the deeds of our fathers, considering the actions we are doing now and dreaming of a Godly vision for the future.
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I must run!
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As Always,
Love in Christ Jesus,
Michael & Rebekah Thomas
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SOLO DEO GLORIA
Pre fourth stuff
Yes, it's almost the fourth ... yes I'm STILL wearing long sleeves. I'm beginning to think we've been transported to Canada or something.
Visiting with the Serven Family ... I must apologize, but the only pics that came out decent, were ...
One with a camera in it and ...
Another with a camera in it. I must apologize Serven family, this in NO way reflects on the quality of your visit. On the contrare, I completely enjoyed our time. 
Final 4th prep
Another visit to the midwife with my love. Can you believe how big our baby is getting!!!! How can ANYONE believe that is just a choice? Vive le LIFE!
My guys in the rain ... I think we need to buy ponchos or something.Boston and the celebration of our nation's founding
Marching on Boston
What a gentleman! 
Playing during breaks
In which, Thing One and Thing Two, discover (I know, 'tis hard to believe) ... the PAYPHONES
"Hey bro, this ain't workin fer me!"
"Bro?"
Ah ... that's better!
Remember the deeds of old
Campin' out in the parking garage (hey babe ... yeah I see you smiling)Bunker hill tour
In our ride to the monument, me and my sista
Is that thing REALLY natural?
Art ... no! Literally!
Watching the actions of brave men.
"Interposition is the duty of lower magistrates ..."
Tuckered out?
Our ride back to the hotel being late, we entertained the locals ... and boy were there a lot of them. 
Not-so-locals from Australia ask us about freedom.In the conference room
Reporting live from the behind the scenes of the amazing Vision Forum Staff. 
The fiddle whips the crowd into a joyful frenzy
Coordinated adulationDarwin vs Calvin
Doug welcomes us to the historic Darwin/Calvin debate
Darwin takes his stand on "science" so called
Calvin, yields not to temporal pragmatismThe Fourth is here, and along with it, the Children's Parade
Troops organize
One young man's comfortable seat
100 young men look longingly at his position
The Brother's McIntire ... winners of the Reformation 500 costume competition. 
Art
More joyful participants. Why do they call this the children's parade? I think everyone else enjoys it just as much!
Posts are taken.
So many costumes ... so few picturesClosing ceremonies
The parade moves indoors
To inspire young men, and, well, just men, to stand strong and be leaders and defenders of the those in need, Doug attempts 150 push ups. 
Doug makes 150!!!!!
OK! For me, this was probably the biggest highlight. Mr. Philips gave us the honor of participating in the closing ceremonies with a couple fiddle tunes. Yeee haw!!!!
One more dream fulfilled for my father, playing as a family ...
I was so proud of my brothers who just went up and with really minimal preparation ... did awsome! Thanks guys!
Ok! Ok! What doesn't this guy do ... well?
The afternoon rolls on
Following the earlier festivities, the Axbergs stake out a claim in the Esplanade area. We join them to hold down the claim ...
Masses of humanity
My darling hiding from the sun ...
Masses of humanity grows
"Oh say can you see ..."
The fly-over flying over us as we look over to see them fly10:30 at last ...
At last, the moment arrives. The moment we've waited so many hours for 10:30 ... let the show begin ...
And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there.
O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
Art
Art
Now THAT was worth waiting for!Sunday morning
Next morning was the Sabbath. Ever notice that it can be so hard to get out on time when church is just around the corner? Get us in Boston, and we have time to get up, have breakfast, go for a walk in the city park, take pictures (I'll pause so that the surprise of the last point can sink in) and THEN get to church ... on time.
With our hearts warmed by the tales of liberty and courage, my brothers pause for a dramatic moment.
Completely dramatic!
A wind blows softly across the maiden's brow ...
Ack! Wait, who turned the camera on me?
Art
Hmm, he looks a little Dougmatic to me.
Art
"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us."
Never forget those who came before us!
Though separated by many ages, the witness of their actions live on.
Sir Dashing and M'Lord Smashing
Hearts of fire?
Drifting along in the Swan Boats. According to some, you haven' really visited Boston until you've participated in this classic Bawston experience.
Love?
Drifting towards some antagonists ...
I think they know something.
Suddenly, showers of mulch is rained down upon us. I thought they looked a little to eager for us to pass.
Art
Semper Reformanda
Semper Fidelis
Semper Hilarious
The end of the day comes ... it's time to head home. Home to the day to day realities. Yet somehow, the big picture sticks in my mind. The future is built of many "day to days".
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What are you aiming for?
Thursday, July 9, 2009
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