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Letters from the Spring 2012 "GetAway"

[Your Name Here] — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:38:08 +0000

May 12, 2012

I assume you are not asking about how many pictures I have!! We have 18 due to last-minute drop-outs.By the way, Betty Wattinger told me to tell you, "This 80 year-old woman is doing pretty well!!"

Later....it's Western Day with pioneer village, equine assited therapy, leather kits, jewelry, making roses for mom, and hopefully, campfire tonight!!

Liz

Letters from the Spring 2012 "GetAway"

[Your Name Here] — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:36:20 +0000

May 11, 2012

Today is gorgeous!! Sunny and beautiful!! Perfect!

More later with pics!

Liz

May 11, 2012

BEA-U-TI-FUL DAY in every sense of the word - sunny, fun, and starting to see the transformations!! This morning Danny did some games and when I returned from a Walmart run (thanks to SHCC) they were doing the trust walk - a powerful and bonding experience! Then Billy and Elgin (and Bob who came in today) showed them how to make handwashing stands, so they made 4 as a service project and then used them before a great lunch. We broke until 2 when Vivian came to hula and teach them. I always get joy watching how she is able to pull them in and get them to participate!! After that Jyl came and taught them how to cover a tin with polymer clay that we baked in the oven. They covered the tops of the tins. Bob also did construction of birdhouses and key holder plaques and his new project "handiman tote." Swimming was a hit as well as fish were caught. I don't think I got them all recorded so I will need to do that tomorrow! Steve and Wayne did there usual spectacular job and everyone was stuffed to the brim with good food and great conversation. We sat outside and the lake was like a mirror reflecting the far shore. While we waited, they all got bubbles to play with. What a sight!! After dinner, we cranked up the karaoke machine and went strong all the way up to 10:00 (could have gone longer but we have another big day tomorrow!

I'll attach some of my 109 pictures!!

Thanks for the joy!

Liz

May 11. 2012

See what fun we had!!

Liz

May 11, 2012

Time for bed! Night night!!

Liz

Letters from the Spring 2012 "GetAway"

[Your Name Here] — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:35:20 +0000

May 10, 2012

Sharon,

Well, it rained and rained and then a rainbow. We have a nest of swallows on the porch with 4 babies about to fly. Danny did his games and the Birds of Prey did come out. We didn't make it to the rodeo tonight. Luckily some volunteers went ahead of time and told us that it was not happening tonight (like the man told me!!) so we played bingo and gave away prizes. Not gunna let that rain rain on our parade!!

Hope all of these come through...will send more!

Liz

Letters from the Spring 2012 "GetAway"

[Your Name Here] — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:30:53 +0000

May 10, 2012

Sharon and Jerry,

Everyone made it here safely and things are just as crazy as any other first day. Danny is doing a great job (Leader of the trust building games) and the Birds of Prey will be out later.

Take care,

Liz

Shepherd of the Hills Christian Church sponsors supply collection for campers!

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:43:53 +0000

Sunday, May 6 will be the second opportunity to donate supplies prior to the camp session beginning May 10.

The first of two "GetAways" promises to be a full house of campers, staff and volunteers. Thank you Shepherd of the Hills for this Outreach initiative. So many of our campers have never experienced a camping environment, or perhaps have not since childhood. Small supplies unique for this type of environment are not part of the purchases made with very small budgets and daily life. We appreciate you!!!

Art and Spirit Retreat

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:40:29 +0000

38 artists with disabilities are boarding the bus on Thursday, May 3-- heading for Gonzales and the Disciple Oaks Retreat Center for another amazing retreat. Imagine Art has put together an amazing group of campers, staff and volunteers for this first of 2012 adventures. Watch for updates here and on the Facebook - Robert V. and Benjamin G. Miller Fan Page!!

Greg Lanier joins SW Florida Advisory Group

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:37:43 +0000

We proudly announce that Greg Lanier has agreed to a dual appointment on the Central Tx. Advisory Group and the SW Florida Advisory Group. He has been a member since the beginning, knew Robert personally and knows Benjamin as Pastor and friend. We value this important continuity for mission and vision.

New Advisors

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:34:17 +0000

Linda Estep, D.Ed.; Joe and Joan Burns, Realtors; Brad Liverman, Missions Pastor are the newest members of the SW Florida Advisory Group!! We proudly welcome them to this amazing adventure.

SW Florida Advisory Group is Forming!

[Your Name Here] — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:01:19 +0000

We are proud to announce that Lisa Cronin, Volunteer Liaison with Community Cooperative Ministries Incorporated has accepted appointment as the first member of the SW Florida Advisory Group. Leonard Krugel, CPA has accepted appointment as the second appointee. The Advisor search for the geographical area is fully launched!

Thank you Shepherd of the Hills Christian Church

[Your Name Here] — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:51:20 +0000

We wish to express our heartfilled appreciated to this wonderful faith community for once again providing an Outreach grant to support camping experiences for adults with disabilities in Austin, Texas. Three camps are planned this year and funds are needed to assist low income campers with participation costs. Shepherd of the Hills Christian Church provides over $40,000 a year to a variety of non profit organizations in the Austin area through its Outreach program. We are pleased to be part of the service network supported in this way. Just a piece of history--Robert and Benjamin--have been loved, included and full participants in this loving community.