A Celebration of Sorts

Today we celebrated a couple of milestones.  This morning we assisted in the painting of the new sanctuary.  It was awesome to see how many people showed up to help.  Not only were there some from our church, but from sister churches and also some guys from the F.A.R.M. of Northwest Florida.  Everyone kept up a positive attitude and worked together as if it was something we did on a regular basis.  The painting of the sanctuary is a milestone for our church because it means growth.  Growth as a church and as a family.  

We also celebrated Granny's 80th birthday by having a surprise dinner with several family members.  I'm married into this family,  but they feel just like my own.

Nate, Granny Lodean, and Marie.

It's day 2 and I'm going strong with all of my "daily goals" except getting the 10,000 steps in.  The day isn't over yet so I'm determined to make it happen.  My mom called earlier and was eager to tell me that she had not only reached her goal for the day, but continued walking until she reached 10,000.  

Something interesting I read today was in the story of Noah and the Ark.  It rained for 40 days and nights while Noah was on the ark with his family and the animals, BUT did you know that the water stayed on the earth for 150 days???  Crazy to think about.

Christ's Love,
Katie Castaneda