Catch up / fathers day

As Bethany rounds the 9 month mark it seems like things have really speed up. Everyone always says that you blink and your child is leaving for college but until recently that hasn't been the case. Not in a bad way but in a way that Cindy and I cant remember not having our little one. Plus It really seems like she is becoming more aware every week. She seems to have certain qualities of both Cindy and myself. She has Cindys smarts and my certain type of humor. My favorite moments are when Bethany and I lock eyes and Bethany gives me a huge smile, just for me! It really is probley my favorite thing in the world. She is so smart like Cindy and she weaves her humor and smarts into a great personality. Bethany after only one day learned how to clap. She in turn gave me a round of appulase after I rounded the coner after using the bathroom. I've got a feeling that I've finally meet my match!
As fathers day comes around tomorrow I just wanted to take a second to wish a happy pops day to my mentors and role models Doug Hall and Brian Eckstein. The 2 finest men I've had the pleasure of ever knowing.

3 years of excellence customer service

This past week on May 31,201, my beloved and I celebrated our 3 year anniversary of marriage bliss together. Cindy and I looked back at the 3 years together and we humbled by the countless blessings we were blessed with. The biggest of course our little booger Bethany. Other big blessings were our house, our jobs and finding our wonderful church. We are also grateful that God has blessed our families these past years. I know this is just the tip of the iceberg on the long beautiful life of the Hall family and I cant wait to see what wonderful things God has in store for us. I love you Cindy! Your my best friend and I am lucky that your mine!

The Point

My wife and I are now official staff volunteers for "the point" Colorado community church youth ministry. Cindy and I are very proud to be a part of this wonderful ministry and we put in about 3 hours a week serving every Wednesday. There are around 100 to 150 kids ranging from 10-18 years old from all around Aurora. The one thing that was so impressive to me is that the kids that attend are all not "church goers" or kids that attend CCC. They welcome all kids and give them a safe environment to have fun and fellowship. The kids have the opportunity to attend a devo put on by the youth director but most don't. They have a full game room with multiple TV with vid games and pool tables and the like. As a volunteer my main job is to just be present. Cindy, Bethany and I are also there just to be examples of a a christian family. I have also had the opportunity to lead the music part of the devo by playing guitar and singing a few tunes. We have really enjoyed "the point" and look forward to continuing this ministry.

Sunday church

Today My little 8 month old beautiful daughter was dedicated to Gods glory. Cindy and I were very excited to publicly make it known before our church family that as far as the Hall family is concerned, we will follow the Lord.
My little rock star loves being in the spot light. She sat up in my arms on stage, looked at the band and then scanned the sea of people. She willingly went to the pastor when he asked to hold her and stared him down the entire time he was talking. She made her Dada so proud... then again, she always does.

It's time for a drink!

This year for lent my beautiful wife and I decided to give up soft drinks for 40 days. Oddly enough it wasn't too hard for us to get through. I really feel it was a great experience for both of us and I did realize I was abusing cola, and I know that it's not good to be that dependent on something like that syurpy sweet delish drink. We have decided to only drink soft drinks 2x a week.
Everything here in the Hall house is fantastic! Cindy and myself are both working hard and Bethany is flourishing. We are both loving the warmer weather and are gearing up for a fantastic summer! We are also enjoying working with the youth ministry at Colorado community church! We are loving our church and god has really blessed us there.
Tell next time.....

A bachelors update

Don't worry... I'm only a bachelor for a few more hours. My wife and 7 month old are in Texas this weekend for a surprise party for cuz maddy and sister/aunt Holly. From what I hear, good times are being had by all.
Our family recently had to take a trip down to Abilene, Texas to say goodbye to my grandma. I wont write much about it because my wife's blog pretty much says it all. Cindysoccer.blogspot.com.
Things are going great with my little sweet baby Bethany. She amazes her dada everyday. I'm most impressed on how much of a people person she is becoming. She loves people. I truly believe that she will be a warrior for people and she will love them unconditionally. I wish her dada was as much as a people person as she is. Bethany remains a constant joy to Cindy and I and I'm enjoying every kiss and hug from my sweet booger.

1/2 a year

Well, my little booger is 1/2 of a year old today. As I watch her grow each day I'm amazed of how far she has come in these 6 short months. On the other hand I can't remember ever being with out Bethany. She has helped make Cindy and my life complete and she really has helped me understand what's important and what's worth spending your valuable time on. It all boils down to family and loved ones!
Can't wait to watch you grow the next 6 months booger, just slow it down a little. •Da-Da-Da