By amy_import on July 31, 2006
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By amy_import on July 27, 2006
Sandy Creek Bible Camp
After posts on the most important thing
that is happening in my life right now, I thought I would let you see
what is occupying the rest of my time this summer.
I joined the staffing team about 3
weeks ago but they have welcomed me right in to camp life. Of course,
camp staff is a whole lot different than my experience as a counselor
at girls camp. I have my main job plus a lot of little “extras”
but I’m happy that they keep me busy.
My job title is Kitchen Manager –
sounds pretty big but it really means that I make sure meals are out
on time, answers questions from the cooks, make sure people wash
their hands, wear gloves and hair nets and assign jobs to anyone
subjected to my power…uh, area of jurisdiction.
The last manager here had taken up the
name of Kitchen Nazi because you have to keep law and order. I
figured I should come up with something comparable so I titled myself
as “Grill Sergeant”.
Besides the duties listed above I also help out wherever needed; in the serving line…
…putting away food and monitoring age of leftovers….
..and surprise, surprise, I get to clean the ovens! Good thing I had so much practice in Flint.
Oh and here’s a better picture of my hat, people really like it; all I
can say is, it sure is a lot better than wearing a hair net!
Well I must go attend to my duties in the kitchen now. Later I’ll post pictures of other things I do around here.
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By amy_import on July 23, 2006
Another week…another weekend.
I would post about my work at camp but I didn’t have the camera last week and I do this week. So stay tuned, I’ll be taking and posting pictures soon.
This weekend was spent with Brian…of course. I didn’t pack it so full this time so we got to spend more time just talking. We arrived within 5 minutes of each other on Friday night and talked with the family for a while before they all went to bed.
Saturday I slept in more than I meant to (Brian got up and had to wait on me 
) Then we went on this little walk before breakfast into the pasture which turned out to be a long walk that lasted until lunch. We were really hungry by that time which was good because Dad took us to Freebirds.
Afterwards mom, dad, Brian and I went to look at some of dad’s jobs then toured the George Bush Library. When that was done we headed to Michael and Lindsey’s house for steaks! We talked there then watched the documentary on the Duggers – a family with 16 kids and their adventure building a huge house.
Sunday Brian and I went to First Bapt. and enjoyed the sermon there; it was on the benefits of waiting on God. 
Lunch at our house, a little computer help and then I had to head back out to camp.
There, hope that wasn’t too mushy – I tried to leave out the details 
Next weekend I’ll be going to Brian’s parents house – should be exciting!
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By amy_import on July 18, 2006
……what really happened.
Okay, if some of ya’ll thought the last post was a little far fetched
then you’re pretty much right. Brian and I just thought it would be
funny to set up a little something following the “advice” of some of
his ALERT pals.
WARNING!: The rest of the post will tell what really happened – I
believe there will be a rating for mush factor so read on only if you
can stomach it.
Since this was the first real meeting of Brian, I thought I would see
what kind of stuff he was made of and planned a full Saturday. We got
up at 6:00am and went for an hours bike ride covering somewhere around
10-12 miles. (no picture because we couldn’t get a photographer up that
early) After a hearty breakfast we shared some pictures and DVD’s of
things we had done the rest of the morning. Following lunch we played
“Imagine If” (the Lassiters favorite future in-law game) then went
swimming at Adamson’s Lagoon. While there he challenged my brother
Brian and I to a race – which he won. So far so good.
Rushing home, we grabbed some pizza and shared it with Michael and
Lindsey before heading out to a soccer game. This was his public test
of stamina an skill, requested by Daniel and attended by the curious.
Brian raced all over the field despite the oppressive heat and proved
not only his ball handling skills but also his ability to be a team
player and a knowledge of where the ball needed to be and when.
At home that evening we looked at the long line for the showers
and decided our time could be better used by a walk. So for the next 45
minutes or so we “explored” the pastures; mostly it was me trying to
find my way around in the dark and getting a disoriented because of not
being able to see familiar landmarks. At one point I stopped short
because I thought I saw something up ahead. Are those cows? I asked.
Brian said they were and then suggested that we should go cow tipping
but the cows had different ideas and quickly moved away.
I was exhausted by the end of the this long day but Brian
said he felt great and wasn’t sleepy at all. At this I conceded defeat
and now regard him as pretty much the buffest man ever – I just hope
I’ll be able to keep up with him because he applies this same
enthusiasm and vigor in anything he takes up.
And now the pictures you have been dreading/waiting for:
Ummmm….the stick broke 
Brian (my Prince) and Amy (his princess)
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By amy_import on July 16, 2006
Our big Romantic Weekend – The approved version.
Brian came over this weekend to sort of check things out. We were both
nervous; could hardly eat; could hardly sleep. We both arrived at the
house from our separate work locations within a half and hour of each
other. Brian arrived first and the whole family tried their best to
fill him in on all of my quirks. I arrived and we spent a wonderful
evening together with the family – all eyes watching.
Brian brought his little brother, Benjamin, along and teaming up
with Katie they became our watchdogs, making sure there was always a
good six inches between us. Of course, we were very thankful for them
keeping us straight. Notice also the outfits – all to make a good
impression.
Then of course there was the issue of walks. Hand holding of course is
forbidden (horrors, shudders!) So we found a wonderful compromise – a
stick!
Then of course there was the wonderful times talking on the couch. Oh,
the coziness and beauty of it all – dad of course was the last touch of
perfection on the time. Isn’t my dad great? He always has my best
interests and happiness in mind.
So yes, that was our weekend – full of fun, food, fellowship and most importantly, family!
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