Going Away Party 1

Last night we had a going away party for Andrew with our family and neighbors. Uncle Kevin, Andrew, Amber, Grandma Mary, Grandpa Ray

Uncle Dan, Auntie Em, Mom, Anthony, Grandma G., Grandpa G., Aunt Teresa, Uncle Kevin

Adam and Austin playing with cars

In our family, it has been a tradition for Mom to make survival kits for those who are going to college, so she made one for Andrew. She gave everbody an item, and they read what it stood for.

Gum: So you can stick to it. With God you accomplish anything. Phillipians 4:13

Eraser: To remind you that each day you can start with a clean slate. Psalm 103:11-12

Puzzle piece: To remember that without God we are not complete. John 15:5

Rubberband: To rember to be flexible. God has it under control. Romans 8:28

Button: To remember to button your lip when needed. 1 Peter 3:10

Snickers and tissue: To remind us to be a light in someone elses day. Romans 12:15

Tea bag: To remember to relax and go over that list of blessings. I Thessalonians 5:18

Sponge: To soak up all the knowlege. II Peter 1:3-8

Lifesaver: To remeber that the Lord is there to help. Psalm 46:1

Pencil: To remember to list your blessings daily. Ephesians 1:3

Toothpick: To rember to pick out the good in others. Matthew 7:1

Candy Kiss: To remeber that love should be a part of everyday. I John 4:7

Band Aid: To remember to mend hurt feelings. Your or someone elses. Colossians 3:12-14

Mary and Ray Engling

Uncle Kevin was having trouble reading, so Mom helped him out! :)

It was a fun night to spend with all the family before Andrew leaves.

~Amber~