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Target and Best Buy were sold out, but we scored at Wal-Mart for our copy. They price-matched with the other stores so we got it for $32.99! Our favorites are "Phyllis's Wedding" and "Benihana Christmas"...this show is the funniest show on TV by far!

Labor Day Weekend

We spent this past Saturday at a Cubs game with our friends, Jo Witter and David Crabb. David worked re-e-e-ally hard at our wedding as the sound and A/V guy, and we felt like we did not reward him enough! So we decided to take him and his girlfriend, Jo, to a Cubs game.

David in front of the famous sign

Jo and David on the busUs...squeezing in for a pic :)

We had dinner at the famous Giordano's

mmmmm...pizza, Chicago style! I was so bummed, we walked off and forgot our leftovers! grrrrr!

What's new with us?

NOTHING!
I was recently reprimanded for not posting a new blog...but we really are BORED around here! Our time is spent keeping our house clean...I'm sure others that have had their house on the market can relate! It's a full-time job in itself. This morning I left my coffee cup in the sink and I am feeling a bit guilty about it. We have a showing today at noon and what if they decide not to buy the house because of my dirty coffee cup?? We have had several showings, but no offers yet.

Jason is still working construction for Bryce Davis and working security at Emmaus on the weekends - a grand total of about 60 hours a week. He can't wait to get to Ohio and start a "normal" job. I am working at Emmaus and busy watching the first place Chicago Cubs lead the national league central division. We are heading to a game this weekend at Wrigley and I can't wait!

One of my bridesmaids, Kim Williams, and her mom Jeanne came to visit this weekend. We went shopping, shopping, and shopping and took breaks only to eat. We had so much fun! But I have NO pictures to prove it.

That about sums it up...so...what's new with YOU?

P.S. If you want to read something interesting, check out my brother Jeff's blog about his recent heroism on behalf of the Nebraska State Bank :)

Ohio News

We just signed a lease for a 2-bedroom apartment at Terraces on the Green. We are all about home ownership, but we are going to take our time looking for a house over the next year. Right now, our dream is to find a fixer-upper in a nice neighborhood, and add some "sweat equity." It's going to take time to find the perfect place. I also can't imagine buying a house long distance, so that's another reason we'd like to take our time. Terraces was one place we visited when Jason had his interview and I was very impressed. The rest of the places we looked at, for the same amount of money, were pretty dumpy - smelled of cigarette smoke and cats! EW. I think we are going to love it here! Here are a few pics:Yes, that would be a pool that you see. AND an exercise room. Plus 2 bathrooms - a luxury I've never had. I'm afraid I may get a wee spoiled!

So...who's going to be the first to visit?

Addie the Prophetess

Addie seems to know exactly who Uncle Jeff is going to marry.
And Uncle Jason had better get out of her way!

I've been on a blogging kick lately...make sure you scroll down and read all the new entries!

2 buddies...just chillin'

Notice someone's lovely sock tan?Garrett and Jason

Weekend in Atlantic

We had an entire day with Addie and Reese, and they kept us hop-hop-hopping!

Addie contemplating life

Jason and the girls "painting"

Popsicles on a summer day, is there anything that tastes better?

Jason and the girls visit the Barbie website - ha ha ha! He'll do anything for them!

Addie decided I was the lifeguard

Uncle "Jeff Jeff", the grecian urn.

Our House is on the Market!

Click here to take a peek.

Let me know if this link isn't working, I was having trouble posting it on another site!

Oh, and feel free to make us an offer :)

Announcement...

We are moving!

Jason has accepted the position of assistant chaplain at Haven of Rest Rescue Mission in Akron, Ohio. My last day at Emmaus will be October 26, and we will make the trek across a couple states to begin life in Akron. Jason starts his job on November 1. We are excited (and only a little bit scared) at the huge changes that are in store for us. We would appreciate your prayers as we sell our home and take care of several moving details. I will also be looking for full-time work in the area.

So...this will be a big adjustment for me as I have lived in Dubuque for 10 years (and have always lived in Iowa)! The decision to move was a difficult one, but we are confident that Akron is where the Lord wants us to serve. Those of you who know Jason's testimony know why Haven of Rest is so dear to us. Jason is thrilled to be returning to his "spiritual home" to serve Him!

And on a side note...we are moving to Indians and Reds turf (we will actually live about 45 minutes from Cleveland)...but I will NEVER falter in my devotion to the Cubs! :)

The Ceremony

Addie and Reese went down the aisle like pros!Garrett has better things to do...

Praying together

Our VowsPrayers from our elders

Presenting Mr. and Mrs. Jason Hubbard

Running AwayHugs all around!