Wednesday, October 23, 2013

R&R Weekend





Carr Family enjoying Clear River Pecan Co. Ice Cream
Although several events happened this past weekend, I'm only going to talk about the R & R weekend at Nebo right now.  The Carr family, Don, Stephanie, Sierra-12, Hunter-10, Annabelle-4 and Abigail-3 joined us Saturday at the Best Fest complements of the Knights of Columbus.  After enjoying the great German food, music and other activities they spent the afternoon exploring Fredericksburg. 




Annabelle & Abigail


Thanks to the generosity of Fredericksburg Theatre Company, the family was scheduled to see The Miracle Worker Saturday night.  Now I don't know about you but the thought of taking 3 & 4 year old children to the movies is scary enough but to live theatre?  So in an insane moment I offered to take the children (all 4) and let Don & Stephanie have a date night.  They felt it would be good for the older ones to experience live theatre.  So Annabelle, Abigail & I  got to spend the evening at Nebo playing and watching the cats beg to come inside.



What delightful little girls!!  Made me wish my granddaughters were closer. The evening flew by and before we knew it Don, Stephanie, Sierra & Hunter were home.  They really enjoyed the play and the quality of the performers!!

Sunday afternoon Sharon & I went to Nebo to shut off water and gas, etc. and feed the kittens.  On the counter was a beautiful card the family had made for the WWAN team.

Monday, October 14, 2013

Fishing Tournament - Winners!!

Ok, so everyone there was a winner!! We finally have names, pictures and placement from the Sept. 28th fishing tournament.  Trophies were awarded for Total Weight and Big Bass.  The club member name appears first followed by his team mate(s).

 Total Weight Placement

Raul, Henry & Wayne


First Place: 10.25 lbs - Wayne Alberthal, Henry Douglas and Raul Encinas.

They also placed 3rd in Big Bass category with one at 5.40 lbs.






Caldwell, Chase, Shepherd



Second Place: 10.05 lbs - Chase Mier, Caldwell Yancy and Shepherd Holms.

 Placed 1st in Big Bass with 8.05 lbs








Bruce & Jermand



Third Place: 9.60 lbs - Bruce Kaiser and Jermand Parsons.

Placed 2nd in Big Bass category with one at 5.50 lbs.





Lee Cain

 Fourth Place: 4.46 lbs - R.C. Cantu and Lee Cain











Keith, Carmen & Dale





Fifth Place: 2.45 lbs - Dale Land, Keith & Carmen Madere



Tom & Walter









Sixth Place: 2.30 lbs - Tom Cooper and Walter Taylor

 







 Seventh Place: 2.10 lbs - Chris Burleson and Paul Williams - PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE
 
Kyle Rose




Eighth Place: 1.30 lbs - Donnie Hohmann and Kyle Rose


Open House & Benefit at West End Pizza

Join us to at West End Pizza

  • Welcome Hal Degenhardt home from Afghanistan.
  • They are paying tribute to the organizations & individuals for supporting the Degenhardt family through the 13 month tour.
  • T-shirts will be available for purchase with the proceeds going to Wounded Warriors at Nebo.


Tuesday, October 8, 2013

  The weekend of 9/27 - 9/29 was really busy but so much fun.
On Friday Michael and Maria Hicks, friends we haven't seen in a while came to spend the weekend at Nebo.  They have been restoring a home and really needed to 'get away'.  We had an early dinner and left them to the peace & quiet of the hill country.

  While at WFSC visiting with the warriors, a sergeant said he was flying his wife in for her birthday and looking for a special weekend. Well, being incurable romantics we said sure, no problem. 
The McCurdys offered their cabin for the couple's stay.  It's a perfect setting in the country among trees with lots of wildlife and farm animals around and private. Knowing the couple wanted privacy, we filled the refrigerator and left them a note regarding other activities available on Saturday. Oh, yes, there was also a birthday cake, flowers and gifts waiting for them. The couple took this opportunity to enjoy each others company and savor the weekend alone.  Before leaving they thanked the McCurdys for their generosity, saying that indeed the weekend was wonderful and exceeded their expectations.


  On Saturday Dan, Genette, Gracie and Kayle Burgess and Bobby, Jessie and Layla Bernier arrived to spend the day.  The women stayed at Nebo making cards. We arranged for a babysitter so Jessie could unwind and have fun with the cards.  After lunch they had time to visit and share experiences while waiting for the men's return.

  Charles Quindry took the men into town for the afternoon.  They met up with the sergeant and pilots at the airport.  Henry Hickman and Steve Allen, local pilots, were waiting to take them flying over the hill country.  Due to the front moving in there was a narrow window in which to fly.  Thankfully the weather held off until they were through. It's hard to say who had the most fun, warriors or pilots.


  Meanwhile at Jenschke Lake the Fritztown Bass Club was hosting a fishing tournament for 11 wounded warriors. The warriors arrived about 9am and immediately partnered up with club members, got out on the water and started fishing for that Big One. 
Heading for the Perfect Spot

 Boy Scout Troop 135 cooked lunch for everyone.  GREAT JOB SCOUTS!!

Scouts Flipping Burgers
Preparing for Lunch

Our work here is Done!!
One of several Trophies 





  The club was very generous.  They had lures, artificial worms, etc. as welcoming gifts and bags full of fishing 'stuff' and a $25 gift certificate for each warrior.


 

  In addition, there were beautiful trophies to be awarded. As soon as I get the information I'll post who won what.

Kyle showing off Catch






  The following Tuesday I saw Kyle Rose at WFSC.  He was still excited about the trip and said everyone went home with fish.








Raul Encinas, Henry Douglas  & Wayne Alberthal  10.5 lbs of fish
 Wounded Warriors at Nebo ministry thank each and everyone who helped with this wonderful weekend.
Fritztown Bass Club - you were generous beyond belief! Best of all you gave of yourself.
Troop 135 and all your leaders, sponsors & parents - You did a great job.
Henry & Steve - The guys loved it and want to go again.
Debbie & Mike - Your generosity is exceeded only by your love for these warriors.
Rachael Houy - Your caring for Lalya made this a real respite for her mom.
Jenschkes - Your lake is a great place to forget the chaos for a while.
Susan & Charlie - Your always there providing whatever is needed.
Jackie, Lisa & Sharon - Your card designs allow all of us to feel creative.
Sharon - You generously donate the use of Nebo and your time organizing these events.
I'm probably forgetting someone so am asking for forgiveness now.