We went to Colts training camp this morning. We got there at 7:40 in the morning, and practice didn’t even start until 8:30. I (Mike) sat in the autograph line for three hours while Lindsay and her father went to watch the practice. Patience paid off though! Four Colts came to the autograph tent after practice, two of which were Brandon Stokely and Peyton Manning. While I was waiting, Lindsay’s mother had printed off a large (poster size) picture of Peyton’s record-breaking #49 touchdown pass from last season that I had taken. So, I got Manning and Stokely to sign the big picture; only Stokely could sign the smaller one that we had already printed off. Apparently Manning has to stick to signing one picture per fan, which is perfectly understandalbe. Peyton signed first, and as I was moving down the line of the four Colts players, Jeff Saturday was joking with another lineman about how he had fallen down during the play. It was pretty funny. But they all loved the picture. In fact, Peyton asked if I could send a copy of the picture for them to have! How cool is that!? So, they had one of the staff who was there write down an address for me to send it too. Lindsay’s mother took me to a place that frames pictures, and they should have the big picture framed within a week. She also had another poster-size picture printed off for me to send to the Colts. Maybe they’ll give me an autograph or two in return, but if not, it’s still really cool that they liked my picture so much that they wanted a copy. I’ve only posted a small version of the original picture for now; I don’t have any other pictures to post right now because digital cameras weren’t allowed. I did get one of Peyton signing the picture, but it was with a disposable camera that I will have to get developed then scanned. Just thought I’d vent my excitement! Thank you to Lindsay’s parents for helping out with printing, framing, etc. and thank you to everyone for the prayers that I would get the autographs. It seems trivial, but I think God still listens to our smallest concerns!

We visited Elston Heights Baptist Church on Sunday morning and this evening. They are doing some restructuring, and they’re gearing up for a small group program. Tonight, Randy continued with his study on leadership. It was really good, and there was a lot of meat to chew on. We’ve really enjoyed it so far. Yay for God and his people!

We’re thinking about heading towards Terre Haute this weekend. Mike wants to get Peyton Manning’s autograph on his picture of the record-breaking pass!

That’s about it for now! We love you all!

Mike’s twin brother Marc was “commissioned” as a minister of the Gospel today in Indianapolis. It was nice to see the family and let Marc and Stephanie know that we support their ministry, both present and future!

Our puppy Peyton got some long overdue shots and grooming yesterday while we were at work. Apparently he was a very good boy for all of the people at the vet’s office. He even got a cute little bandana to wear.

Today is Mike’s mother’s birthday! Happy Birthday Mom! We love you very much and can’t wait to see the family tomorrow.

We’re entering the 21st century with our own blog! Hopefully this will be a good place for updates on our jobs, schooling, pets, family, vacations, etc.