Branson, MO

Branson is about 3 and 1/2 hours from Bartlesville.  It's a great place to get away for a weekend or a week.  There are all sorts of shows, places to eat, and outlet shops.  There is always something to do!

We played some miniature golf.  Here is Josh after a successful hole-in-one!

Joy took a break from our fast paced golf game...

Here the family is in front of the Kirby theater.  We went to this wonderful magic show.  Josh was picked to assist Kirby the magician.  We all had a blast.  You can learn more about the magic show by going to www.kirbyandbambi.com.  My in-laws are on the right.

Oklahoma State Home School Convention

This past week was the annual Oklahoma Christian Home School Conference.  OWU was a part of the conference and we had a great time there.  The Cox Convention Center was packed.  It was a great event to attend.

Oklahoma City is really a fun place.  Above is a waterway that is surrounded by great places to eat.  This area is know as bricktown.

Here is Mark Molder, OWU's Assistant Director of Admissions.  He is getting the OWU table ready for visitors.

What a Beautiful Day

It was such a beautiful day today!  Temps in the upper 70's and a wonderful day to be outside.  Joy was enjoying the day in the pasture today.  Think she's having a good time?

Horsing Around

We had a great time fooling around with Ruby Jane today. She's a great horse that just wants attention.




Ruby Jane was looking for the horse treats!





Joy decided to do some bareback riding.




I couldn't resist either!!!

OWU Choir

The OWU choir performed in chapel last week. They are wonderful to hear. Take a look at the video clip below and you'll see what I mean.

We Have A New Horse

Today we bought a new horse...Ruby Jane.  Ruby Jane is a beautiful buckskin and a lot of fun to ride.  The picture above shows Josh deciding to ride bareback.  What fun!

Above is a picture of Joy taking a test drive.  Joy and Ruby Jane became quick friends. Below is a picture of our new horse with Cheri.

Looks like a couple of buddies here!

The Recital for Rachel Hammon

Today I went to hear Rachel Hammon at her senior recital.  Rachel is soooo talented.  The picture above is Rachel playing her clarinet.  The recital was part of her graduation requirements.  Rachel is one of our talented music majors at OWU.  In fact, she played at Carnegie Hall this summer.  The recital today took place in the OWU chapel.

This picture is of Rachel and Dr. Randy Thompson playing some clarinet pieces during the recital.  It was a wonderful time and Rachel did a great job!

Here are some video clips of Rachel during the recital.  The video below is of Rachel finishing her last clarinet piece and enjoying the applause of the crowd.  Great job, Rachel!!!