HOW SNAMOR DOES THE 4TH OF JULY!!!

Girls Night Out / Slumber Party

Some how the women convinced the men to take care of the children for one night while they got a night to themselves. They started out with a dinner at Kobe Japenese Steakhouse, refined their "Demi Moore" skills from the movie Ghost at the Mad Potters, and then back to the Holbrook's for a "girl's only" slumber party.

Laine Showing off her mad pottery skills!!!!!!!!!

Abby writing a love note to her man <3

Mel showing off her masterpiece

Ruthie putting the finishing touches on her piece and on her happy hour Sonic drink.

Scavenger Hunt Picture Slideshow.

Prayer Request

As most of you know I am in East Texas babysitting for friends, Kim and Dale, while they are on a business trip in the Bahamas. I am also working at the office doing insurance and other stuff for they so that they don't get behind while they are gone. I get an occasional text from them just to see how things are going. Today when I was texting with them I found out that Kim just found out that her mom has ovarian cancer. It has already spread, so it is serious. They are supposed to try and get her to Scott & White as soon as they can. (I am not sure what that is but I assume it is some type of cancer facility) Kim is very close with her mom so I am sure that she is taking it very hard. I told them that Ruthie and I would pray for them and I asked if it would be OK for us to tell our Snamor group about it so that we all could pray for both Kim and her mom. They said that that would be greatly appreciated. Her mom's name is Helen.

Thank you for your prayers and I will see ya"ll next week.

Chris

Scavenger Hunt Pictures

Ok here is the link to ALL the pictures....I really had fun I hope you all did too!!

Brad

PICTURES!!!

Speaking of Scavenger Hunt???

Ok I need some opinions....Do we want to do Random teams or Boys vs. Girls

I also need to know who's coming for sure.

I'd like to get a little booty of prizes going and want to see what you guys and gals thought about eveyone putting in $10 per couple for the cause just to make it more rewarding.

For those that actually get through the hunt. Also any Ideas that you have for the hunt send them to me, otherwise I'll just use my own twisted sence of humor!! I'll e-mail all this out too.....See you tomorrow!!!

P.s. The Random picture that has to do with the Scavengr hunt. (take notes this might be a clue!)

Scavenger Hunt Social

Here are the details:

Saturday night the church is having a free DATE NIGHT! whoo hoo!

Drop your kiddos off at 6pm - they'll feed them pizza and entertain them until 11pm!

We will head out for dinner (suggestions needed - keep in mind it is Valentine's Day!) and then break up into randomly selected teams for a scavenger hunt. Brad is taking on the task of the scavenger hunt, so if you have questions or suggestions on that, get a hold of him.

We will chill and hang out until we have to pick up our little ones!

YEA for DATE NIGHTS and SOCIALS!


Sunday morning, we will all meet back at church for the service - does anyone care which service we go to?

Prayer Requests from Feb 6

PRAISES

Last week, we prayed for Crystal's co-worker, Beth, who had profound hearing loss in her right ear - she was without insurance and relies on her hearing for her job. She has gotten some of her hearing back! Keep praying that God fully heals her!

Crystal Roger's friend, Karen, asked us to pray for her sister, Crystal, who was looking for a job, well, God has provided her one in San Antonio! Keep praying for her as she adjusts to a new job and new city.

Melanie and Brad asked you to pray for Mel's brother and his wife - Kenny and Ashley. They bought a home and everything went well!

UPDATES

Crystal asked us to pray for her co-worker, Sarah . . .She and her husband are separated and, while in the father's care, their 18 month old daughter was found dead in her bed. Please pray for answers regarding the child's death, peace for this family, and that God will work in their marriage. . . . God has given some answers and it seems like the father is at fault. Please please pray for more answers to surface and for a blanket of peace to cover this family.

NEW this week

Crystal and Kiera have been home with the flu. Please pray for a speedy recovery and that the boys do not get sick, too!

A family that lives near the Steven's and Holbrook's are mourning the death of their husband/father. We only know the son's name is Dylan - one morning last week Dylan went to work with his dad and later on found him dead. He had hung himself. Please please pray for this little boy and the great effects this most likely had on him and will have on him for many years. And also pray for the rest of Dylan's family. We are going to try to get some more info about the family and send over a dinner to let them know we are thinking about them.

Laine and Abby's friends, Laura and Jarod DeGeorge, are trying to sell their home while Laura is there with a 2 year old and 5 week old and Jarod is in Tyler, Texas working.

Bill's dad, Kerry, is having to lay people off at his office in Kentucky and has also had to take a pay cut himself. Please be praying for the families effected by this and for Kerry, too!

Mike and Melissa would like prayer for their friends who are having some problems with their teenage children. Please pray that God would give their friends strength to ride out the storm and wisdom to know how.

Bill was laid off last Monday. God has been faithful in sending job opportunities our way and giving us a real peace through out the situation. Please pray that God will give us clear direction as to where He wants us to go. On the same subject, please pray for Bill's coworkers Phillip and Jamie - they were also laid off.

CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR . . .

Ruth sent out multiple job applications recently. Please pray that they get into the right hands and that she gets many job interviews that lead to job offers.

Melanie and Brad want to buy the home they are currently renting, but the landlord won't let them. Pray that for any reason she changes her mind and needs to sell them that house.

Abby's friend, Suzanne, wants prayer for her sister, Jennifer, and her husband. Jennifer's husband was transferred and living in Charleston while Jennifer is living and trying to sell their home in Georgia. One day, Jennifer's husband called and said he wanted a divorce. Please pray God's will is done in this situation.

The Holbrook's and Steven's neighbor, Chris, was recently laid off. Please pray that he finds work soon!

Brad's Aunt Lori has colon cancer and doesn't know the Lord, please pray that she is healed and, above all else, accepts Jesus has her Savior.

Brad and Melanie still own a house in Portland, although a friend is now renting it from them, please pray that it is sold soon!

Please keep President Obama in your prayers, along with the rest of America's leadership and government officials. Pray that God's will is done!

Laine would like you to pray for her sister, Melissa. Her life is a little crazy right now and she really needs to have a better relationship with God. Also, pray that her ex-husband, Marcus, gets out of her life by any means necessary!

Chris and Ruth and their family are moving into a new house over the next little bit. Please pray that everything goes well and that the process of moving isn't too painful or inconvenient.

Chris's sister, Jennifer, is in need of her eyes to be opened so she can see her husband, Bill, for what he really is - a scumbag. Bill is in prison for sexually assaulting a child and is scheduled for release on June 9, 2010. Bill is an emotionally abusive and controlling husband. Please pray that God works in Jennifer's life quickly, so she can move on without Bill before his release date.

Paintball V1. & V2.

Ok So I'd like to first off say what an Awesome time we had during the Superbowl! Sorry for the sick ones that couldn't make it.....( and to paitball too!) but thats life! So I'll post pictures from the first outing and I wanted to let you know we will play again this Saturday morning out at Peach Creek with my Brother and his frineds. Same situation as a couple weeks ago. You will need to have all the gear to play. So go out and buy a gun for the love of PETE!
I'm SADLY! going to miss our first meeting this Friday night....but I'll watch the video and read the book saturday...I promise!
In the next week or two I'd like to do an outing with just the Adults. No Rug rats...so I'll talk to you all for what I have in mind Saturday night after church and we can decide when and where! Until then Keep Laine and Bill in your prayers as the search begins for Bill's new "Dream job"!! I know God will supply...he ALWAYS does!

In HIM,
Brad


Pictures from Painball V1.

PAINTBALL!!!

Ok We've got the babysitter all lined up all you have to do is come out and TRY to shoot me in the FACE!! LOL. We'll play at Twisted games of Texas HERE!!"> out off of 242 and 1314. Directions are on the website or you could just meet up at our house and we could all carpool/follow with each other over there. I planed on leaving around 9:15 am. We will get our own ref for the day and be able to play on our own private field without other people trying to shoot at us if we choose. The cost will be either $22 plus paint, $25 with your own gun Plus paint or $37 for all day play and all rental equipment and 500 paintballs each. If you can get your own gun it might be a little cheaper too since we can buy our own paint at at savings of $20 a case. So let me know who needs paint and I'll make a run. All Girls must play!! No excuses ABBY!! See you Saturday....Just PRAY you see me FIRST!!!

Week 2 - Prayer Requests

PRAISES

Abby and Shane asked for prayer last week . . .

Abby and Shane have some home repairs to get done and are waiting for some insurance money to come their way. Please pray that the repairs are done right and quickly and that their insurance check is more than enough!

. . . well, they got their check and it is more than enough! Now they are waiting for the repairs to get started - keep praying for that!


Chris asked for prayer about his job . . .

Chris and his dad, Clay, would like prayer that work continues to come their way . . .

. . . well, he got some new opportunities this past week!! Keep praying for more jobs to come his way - specifically more YMCA jobs.


UPDATES

Crystal asked us to pray for her co-worker, Sarah . . .

She and her husband are separated and, while in the father's care, their 18 month old daughter was found dead in her bed. Please pray for answers regarding the child's death, peace for this family, and that God will work in their marriage.

. . . God has given some answers and it seems like the father is at fault. Please please pray for more answers to surface and for a blanket of peace to cover this family.


NEW this week

Crystal's co-worker, Beth, has profound hearing loss in one ear - she is without insurance and relies on her hearing for her job. Please pray that God restores her hearing and that He allows the drugs her doctor has given her to work.

Melanie and Brad want you to pray for Mel's brother and his wife - Kenny and Ashley. They are buying a home and really need everything to go through and to go smoothly.

Bill is concerned for his job security - please pray hard that God continues to provide work for his company and that Bill's boss see how valuable he is.

Ruth sent out multiple job applications out this past week. Please pray that they get into the right hands and that she gets many job interviews that lead to job offers.

Crystal's friend, Karen, had a couple requests for us to pray for - first, that her husband's heart continues to open to God. Second, her brother, Jeffery, and his wife, Judy, need prayer for their marriage. Third, please pray that her sister, Crystal, finds a job!

Melanie and Brad want to buy the home they are currently renting, but the landlord won't let them. Pray that for any reason she changes her mind and needs to sell them that house.

CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR . . .

Abby's friend, Suzanne, wants prayer for her sister, Jennifer, and her husband. Jennifer's husband was transferred and living in Charleston while Jennifer is living and trying to sell their home in Georgia. One day, Jennifer's husband called and said he wanted a divorce. Please pray that they are able to get together and work things out!

The Holbrook's and Steven's neighbor, Chris, was recently laid off. Please pray that he finds work soon!

Brad's Aunt Lori has colon cancer and doesn't know the Lord, please pray that she is healed and, above all else, accepts Jesus has her Savior.

Brad and Melanie still own a house in Portland, although a friend is now renting it from them, please pray that it is sold soon!

Please keep President Elect Obama in your prayers, along with the rest of America's leadership and government officials. Pray that God's will is done!

Laine would like you to pray for her sister, Melissa. Her life is a little crazy right now and she really needs to have a better relationship with God. Also, pray that her ex-husband, Marcus, gets out of her life by any means necessary!

Chris and Ruth and their family are moving into a new house over the next little bit. Please pray that everything goes well and that the process of moving isn't too painful or inconvenient.

Chris's sister, Jennifer, is in need of her eyes to be opened so she can see her husband, Bill, for what he really is - a scumbag. Bill is in prison for sexually assaulting a child and is scheduled for release on June 9, 2010. Bill is an emotionally abusive and controlling husband. Please pray that God works in Jennifer's life quickly, so she can move on without Bill before his release date.

oops, I did it again!

One more correction to add to the roster . . .

The Rogers were not married in February of 2009, they were married in 2006!

-L

Guest Request

Hey Everyone!

Daniel and I had a wonderful time visiting with everyone at dinner last Saturday and look forward to seeing each of you on Friday.

Speaking of Friday, I was wanting to know if I could invite my best friend, Karen, to our group this friday. She said that she would like to meet everyone....I kinda bragged about everyone...lol! She said that she was unsure that she could commit to every friday but I would really like for her to meet each of you.

She will most likely eat before coming. So no worries there, Ruth. She does have a four year old son that might come with her as well.

So, I guess leave your answer about Karen coming in the "comments" section. (This is my first time "blogging".....don't tell any one.....***wink*** wink! )



See ya soon,

Crystal

A Good Sign

Ruthie and I went to eat chinese tonight and we thought her fortune cookie was a great sign for things to come for Snamor. Here it is:

After moving stuff yesterday and being sore we almost didn't go to church last night. However, after a great service, then wonderful fellowship after with our extended family, we couldn't imagine why we even thought of skipping. We are so happy that ya'll have asked us to be a part of the group and we are looking forward to great things to come.

Chris & Ruthie

Plans for Next Week

Next Friday, January 23, we are going to study Romans 15:5-6. I'd like to challenge everyone to work on memorizing those two verses that so greatly sum up what we would like God to do in our group.

May the God that gives endurance and encouragement give

you a spirit of unity among ourselves as you follow Christ Jesus,

so that with one heart and mouth we may glorify the God and

Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 15:5-6

Also, Ruth and Chris are providing Chicken Enchilada Casserole and beans for dinner - Thanks guys, y'all are awesome!! If you would like to bring something to compliment dinner - like an appetizer, salad, dessert, or drink - either edit this post with what you plan on bringing or let me know and I'll pass on the word!

Can't wait to see everyone next week!!



##UPDATE##
Holbrooks will bring Guacamole and chips!! Can't wait till Friday!!

Prayer Requests - Week 1

Abby's friend, Suzanne, wants prayer for her sister, Jennifer, and her husband. Jennifer's husband was transferred and living in Charleston while Jennifer is living and trying to sell their home in Georgia. One day, Jennifer's husband called and said he wanted a divorce. Please pray that they are able to get together and work things out!

The Holbrook's and Steven's neighbor, Chris, was recently laid off. Please pray that he finds work soon!

Brad's Aunt Lori has colon cancer and doesn't know the Lord, please pray that she is healed and, above all else, accepts Jesus has her Savior.

Crystal's co-worker, Sarah, would like prayer for her 20 year old sister in Mississippi. She and her husband are separated and, while in the father's care, their 18 month old daughter was found dead in her bed. Please pray for answers regarding the child's death, peace for this family, and that God will work in their marriage.

Brad and Melanie still own a house in Portland, although a friend is now renting it from them, please pray that it is sold soon!

Please keep President Elect Obama in your prayers - for the inaugration, his presidency, and how he runs our country. Also pray for President Bush and Laura as they leave the White House.

Laine would like you to pray for her sister, Melissa. Her life is a little crazy right now and she really needs to have a better relationship with God.

Ruth passed her Elementary teacher test - YAY! - and is now looking for a job.

Chris and his dad, Clay, would like prayer that work conitinues to come their way - they have a construction business. Also, please pray that their YMCA job in Galvestion goes really well and that they get more jobs from other YMCAs.

Chris and Ruth and their family are moving into a new house over the next little bit. Please pray that everything goes well and that the process of moving isn't too painful or inconvenient.

Abby and Shane have some home repairs to get done and are waiting for some insurance money to come their way. Please pray that the repairs are done right and quickly and that their insurance check is more than enough!

Chris's sister, Jennifer, is in need of her eyes to be opened so she can see her husband, Bill, for what he really is - a scumbag. Bill is in prison for sexually assaulting a child and is scheduled for release on June 9, 2010. Bill is an emotionally abusive and controlling husband. Please pray that God works in Jennifer's life quickly, so she can move on without Bill before his release date.

Snamor is Born!

Last night was so much fun - a little crazy with all the kids who were on sugar highs after snacking on the brownies left unsupervised on the table - but still super fun! We were surprised to learned that Daniel cooks, that Melanie would study forensics if she ever went back to school, and that Chris has never been embarrassed. We also got to know a little more about each other when we went around the room sharing our testimonies - thanks, Shane! We found out that Shane accepted Christ in college and (like many of us) had a little bit of a wild streak, that Bill (like many of us) grew up in a Christian household, and that Brad (like all of us) desires to be closer to God.


Here are some pics from our first night as a family . . .

Melanie and Brad

Daniel and Crystal

Chris and Ruth


Bill and Laine
(I didn't realize that my camera was zoomed all the way!)

Shane and Abby

Laine and Ruth

Daniel and Bill

Who's da Man?

Look what Chris did!

Cute Girls!

BH First to post!!

Well since you know who can't get stuff posted up I took the liberty to post first!!!... HA HA HA! I just wanted to say Thanks again to both Laine and Abby for putting EVERYTHING together and starting this wonderful family off on the right foot. God has put you gals up to this and I'm not sure what he has up his sleeve....but it sure looks fun!!

I have no doubt that God is going to work in each and every one of our lives just as he needs to. Not only will he bring us all closer together but he will draw us close to him! I'm excited about the most wonderful year ahead but for tonight I'll live in the "NOW" God Bless!
In Him!
Brad