Homecoming Parade

The church the kids go to for Wednesday Night Church (not our regular church) invited the kids to ride on the float in the parade.  Zane wanted to watch the parade, but Zora wanted to be on the float.

On the way to the parade route, we dropped Zora off at her float.

getting ready

waving to the crowd as she passed by

I forgot that people throw candy at you when you watch a parade.  

Zane was happy about this development.

enjoying a sucker watching the parade

We actually ended up sitting to a group of people we knew.  Some through school, some through swim this summer.   I saw them sitting near each other and realized it probably wasn't going to get any better than that and parked it there.  It is a relief to be around people who know who Zane is and check to make sure he is included in the fun and got some candy too.

Church kick-off party

Every fall, at the beginning of the "new year", the church has a kick off party after services.

Zane decided his chair wasn't close enough to the Bluegrass musicians and he wanted a better view.

After setting up, Zora thought it was a good idea too, then others started following his lead

Zora HAD to go on the pony ride.  She was pleased.

I didn't realize the kids liked Bluegrass enough to sit for more than 10 seconds to listen to it,  Awesome.  We will have to make a trip to Winfield this year to the big Bluegrass Festival.   

I also noted a phenomena I see over and over.  Sometimes not caring so much about "being weird" has it's advantages.  He wanted to see the musicians, and instead of just sitting back like the crowd, he did something about it.  He moved chairs so that he could get a better look.  Once he started the trend, others followed.

On a different note, a part of me thinks we should find a church more local, but then I sit in fellowship with my friends there, and I can't imagine another church being such a good fit for all of us, even if it means a drive.  There is something so liberating about mostly agreeing with those around you, and enjoying discussions, both personal and theological, without it turning into a predictable debate.  I know of at least one church that is closer to us that might be a good fit too, but I am just not quite ready to leave this one right now, even though it would seem logical to move. lol.