Tuesday, July 04, 2006
July 4th, 2006
Today, being Kenny's 18th birthday, we decided to rent a pontoon boat with our friends from PA and go to Cranberry Lake. It was a great idea! As we left the dock we we admonished by a man on the dock to watch the sky to the west. So we did. We kept an eye on it... and as we reached the 100 yard mark from the dock the raindrops began to fall!
Really, it wasn't bad. We decided to continue out since the rain wasn't heavy. Then the thunder was heard. Where there is thunder, there is lightening. Within moments the rain had stopped and the storm had passed over. We continued out and stopped several times to allow Ken and Jacob to do some fishing. Boy, the fish were biting! The only thing was they couldn't or wouldn't be hooked! Ken had a pretty good sized fish on his line when it snapped! Bummer!
As some of us were beginning to feel the effects of the beverages previously consumed, we decided to meander back to the dock. The raindrops started to fall again. This time, though, the clouds let loose! Heading to shore we looked behind and couldn't see where we had been! 7 of us huddled together in the center of the boat while Tim drove and Ken kept watch. Those of us on the west side of the boat were soaked by the time we got to the dock!
We came home and grilled out for dinner (before the next downpour!) We decided against going to Alexandria Bay for fireworks. The forecast isn't very hopeful. Right now a Star Trek marathon is on TV and it seems to be holding most everyone's attention.
We will end the day with cake, ice cream and watermelon as we celebrate Kenny's special day. It's a shame that we can't do fireworks. 18 years ago I missed the fireworks, too. I had just gotten to my room from recovery when they went off over the water between Portsmouth and Norfolk, VA. This day my head has been filled with many wonderful memories of the past 18 years. It is so hard to believe I have been a mom that long. As I watched Kenny today, I remembered the adorable little boy who was very independent but so willing to help in any way he could. He was a leader from day one. I am looking forward to seeing the Lord continue to work in his life in the years to come. My first little boy is now an adult. Yeah, this is a bittersweet day.
Happy Birthday, Everyone!
Really, it wasn't bad. We decided to continue out since the rain wasn't heavy. Then the thunder was heard. Where there is thunder, there is lightening. Within moments the rain had stopped and the storm had passed over. We continued out and stopped several times to allow Ken and Jacob to do some fishing. Boy, the fish were biting! The only thing was they couldn't or wouldn't be hooked! Ken had a pretty good sized fish on his line when it snapped! Bummer!
As some of us were beginning to feel the effects of the beverages previously consumed, we decided to meander back to the dock. The raindrops started to fall again. This time, though, the clouds let loose! Heading to shore we looked behind and couldn't see where we had been! 7 of us huddled together in the center of the boat while Tim drove and Ken kept watch. Those of us on the west side of the boat were soaked by the time we got to the dock!
We came home and grilled out for dinner (before the next downpour!) We decided against going to Alexandria Bay for fireworks. The forecast isn't very hopeful. Right now a Star Trek marathon is on TV and it seems to be holding most everyone's attention.
We will end the day with cake, ice cream and watermelon as we celebrate Kenny's special day. It's a shame that we can't do fireworks. 18 years ago I missed the fireworks, too. I had just gotten to my room from recovery when they went off over the water between Portsmouth and Norfolk, VA. This day my head has been filled with many wonderful memories of the past 18 years. It is so hard to believe I have been a mom that long. As I watched Kenny today, I remembered the adorable little boy who was very independent but so willing to help in any way he could. He was a leader from day one. I am looking forward to seeing the Lord continue to work in his life in the years to come. My first little boy is now an adult. Yeah, this is a bittersweet day.
Happy Birthday, Everyone!
// posted by Ken and Judy Davis @ 7/04/2006 06:21:00 PM 
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Bless you all on this special day for the Davis family. Happy Birthday Kenny and belated Happy Birthday Nathan. I believe you boys have done a great job making your Mom and Dad very proud. (you too Cressalyn, it's just not your Birthday.) Love, Chris G.
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