Friday was a nice quiet night to beginning a great weekend. For girls our daughters ages, nothing beats snuggling up on the couch to watch High School Musical I and II. With Sarah a little under the weather and wanting to cuddle and Nicole and Meagan humming the tunes, I was delighted to kick back and relax. Stephen thought better and enjoyed some quieter, more masculine TV in another room.
Saturday was Valentine's Day. Although I think that Valentine's Day is extremely overrated, it is a good reminder to not forget about the ones you love. Part of our tradition is to make a valentine for each girl. It is an opportunity to tell each of our daughter that they are loved and what is especially lovely about them. Of course, being showered with chocolates and lots of hugs and kisses all around is a given part of the day. During the day we enjoyed watching the girls figureskate at the arena. Since the carnival is over, it is now time to return to learning some new techniques. I love to see how the girls are progressing each week and to hear about and watch them try to master new moves on the ice.
Sunday was great time to once again worship with our Trinity family. How good it is for the soul to sing songs of praise and listen to the word of God brought to life amidst people I have grown to love and appreciate more each passing day; to join together to praise the God that I love. In the evening we went to see "Fireproof." This film was a good reminder to fireproof the marriage. The most powerful part was when the main character realized what true love is - not the romantic love that Hollywood portrays but the love that our Father extends to each one of his creatures again and again. How great it is to be showered upon by Him. During this weekend in which love, marriage, and family is the focus, I was deeply reminded that God is LOVE. He has extended love to such undeserving individuals continuously just because. How awesome it is to be loved so greatly!
Monday was Family Day. While this day began as a relatively quiet day it was filled with a surprise along the way. Stephen had mentioned that he heard about the 104.9 Family Treasure Hunt. So at 9:00 am Meagan and I listened intently as the first item of seven was announced. Each hour an item was to be revealed and when all seven were collected you were to make your way to the station. At 3:00 just before the last item was announced, the girls were buckled in their van seats, the engine was started, and Stephen and I waited to hear the last item - an Olympic coin. It is a good thing that I collect things. It was a mad dash to the coin jar and quickly out to t
he awaiting get away vehicle. We had one stop and one light to get through and when it would be clear sailing to the finish. As we approached the light it turned green and we could see the finish. The excitement was building in the van. As we turned into the parking lot, a pickup was right on our tail. After Stephen parked the van, I passed off the bag of goodies to him. Lets face it, he is the quickest member of the team. I am proud to report that Team Tamming placed first in the hunt. We were awarded four family board games all of which were played to some extent that very night. I must admit that Stephen is not the only competitive person in the family. Each one of the female members eagerly encouraged the other members of the team during the race. What fun for family day!Valentine's Day and Family Day gave way to experience some wonderful family moments. They were opportunities to demonstrate love and to be loved. I thank God for blessing me with four incredible beings who are part of the Tamming Team. How good it is to love and be loved!
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