The Revelution: A Manifesto

As I type this, Ron Paul's brand new book The Revelution: A Manifesto is currently at # 1 on Amizon.com! Great!

Dr. Paul shared his thoughts on his newest masterpiece in this short YouTube video.

Let's keep this book at #1 as l-o-n-g as possible for the Ron Paul rEVOLution and for FREEDOM, LIBERTY & PEACE!

What we've been up to

Today was a good day...

Joel was off work, Dad was home until 4:30, Mom had a g-r-e-a-t day, and the sun was shining! Of course, these were all wonderful blessings from the hand of our Heavenly Father and I am grateful for them. Thus far, our week has been really relaxed and wonderful. :]

Last week was super hectic: We all had more than allot on our schedules. Joel had the unique experience of representing our Dad's brother Jim and wife Naomi who are missionaries in Tuebingen, Germany. He attended a "missions fair" at one of their main support churches here in the DFW area. Sunday morning he attended services with Grandpa & Grandma at their church, and then spent the rest of the afternoon and early evening visiting with them and also with our Uncle Dennis, Aunt Becky & children in Denton.

When he returned home from his excursions, Phoebe & I (who were home with Mom) chatted about many things. It was refreshing to begin a 3-day "relaxation" period. We also enjoyed fellowship with each other at the meal table on Sunday night.

Last week consisted of mowing lotsa lawns for our customers, cleaning our church building, housework, juggling all of Mom's needs, laundry, and all things many tasks that fill each day in a larger family.

I was totally excited to learn last Tuesday that my Amaryllis had bloomed!!! I have waited "patiently" since 2006 for it to bloom again. Back when I first got it (2006) I was rewarded with 3 lovely deep red blooms. Then last spring my anticipation mounted as March drew near.... Only, nothing happened. No blooms. Well, I learned that you have to trim back the leaves and foliage each year for it to bloom. Anyway, we have been enjoying the beauty of God's creative work in the beauty of a flower.

God has been really working on my life and helping me to understand what is really important. At this "time" in my life, where I am the in charge of running this household (besides Dad & Joel), planning meals, making sure the cleaning, laundry and other chores are attended to. As I have been reading through the book of Philippians this month, I realize that "for to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain". That has been such a challenge for me to live in such a manner.

Mom has been able to get back on her exercise plan. PTL!!! After her major setback in late March, this is a major step forward. She has even been able to begin walking outside. Please continue to pray for her returning strength, and that she would be encouraged in the Lord, to not become down-trodden or depressed. She has some "projects" that help her pass the time, and she has been enjoying this beautiful Texas weather, sitting outside for hours on end.

Just this evening, she sat out with 4 of her children gathered around her feet as she read to us. It was a sweet time of to-getherness. :]
That's a tad of what has been "going on" around here. I hope that I can keep you all updated a little more frequently...

Have a great rest of the week...

Amaryllis

2 years~

2 years ago on April 26, 2006 our dear friend and "adopted" Uncle Mallory S. Boyes passed away.

We still miss him... his laughter, his loving care not only for his family but for people in general. We miss him at church (he came almost every Lord's day), and then after services he would usually come and spend the afternoon here in our home, eating, laughing, enjoying serious discussions with his long time friend (from H.S. days) David. We miss him at all of the Kautt-Kautt-Knowles family events, he came to almost all of them.

We are very thankful for all of the wonderful memories we still cherish of him. He has gone on to his reward, and those who knew him and are left behind are left with a large hole in their hearts... one with his name on it.

His biological family ran a tribute in the Dallas Morning News either Saturday or Sunday (yesterday). Hopefully we can get a copy from Grandpa, and then scan it and post it.

The tribute below was written by Mom (a.k.a. Julia) for Grandpa & Grandma's 50th wedding Anniversary album. Mal was like their 3 son.

-MALLORY BOYES-
Like a son, a brother – my friend,
You were to our family.
You departed this darksome world,
Some say, prematurely.
Our Sovereign Lord,
Knowing beginning from end,
Called you to your reward.
Now you receive His measure,
According to His Word.
We remember the hours
We spent with you:
Meals shared, one-liners,
Ballgames watched and played;
Bouncing little ones on your legs,
Kautt clan milestones –
You were there with a placid face.
Music, laughter, old t.v. shows,
Theological talks, concern for friends.
We are so sad, for now all those
Good times have come to an end.

We miss you, Mal.
The void you left cannot be filled.

Julia Kautt 2006

Congratulations to Ron Paul!

The Pennsylvania primaries were Tuesday, and let me say that Ron Paul made a big splash there.Ron Paul pulled in 16% of the vote, receiving over 128,000 votes.

Now, that may not sound like anything, but it is a HUGE accomplishment for someone who has been called the "dark horse" of the GOP race.

I congratulate him and the tireless efforts of all those in Pennsylvania who went out and spent hours volunteering for the Ron Paul rEVOLution. You all did a wonderful job and I thank you for the work you put into Pennsylvania to make this primary a success!

Jaden

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This afternoon while Jaden and I were going through his wardrobe, (seeing what needed to be put up because it was too small, getting out new clothing, etc.), he looked up at me while pulling on his socks and said, "boy these socks are sure holy. Not holy in the sense of like God, but holy in the sense of there are lots of holes in my socks." He was so serious, and inwardly I was laughing because of the funny expression on his face and his large Muskidine eyes!

Jaden has really grown up. He is so funny, and yet he can also be very serious. Earlier I gave him a haircut, he really needed it, but I hated having to cut off all of those cute, long waves.

Needin' a cut!

Jaden kept moving, back and forth, side to side. The vibrations from our electric hair trimmer were "making my back tickle." He kept requesting Phoebe (who was assisting me in this process), to "hold his head", it was hilarious!

Cutting his curly locks

We finally got his hair cut, and boy is it short! I already miss his curls. He looks like a different person when his hair is short. ;)

All done! His hair is really short now!

I am so thankful that 5 years ago, God sent us a blessing in the form of Jaden.

I loYe you Buck!

:: Expelled ::

Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed

The new hard hitting film / documentary Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed, starring actor / activist Ben Stein is set to be released nation-wide Friday April 18th.

We had the opportunity to watch the trailer and from what I could tell, it was very well done.

This film has received high praise from Answers In Genesis. They have a helpful review of Expelled up on the homepage.

Answers in Genesis' founder Ken Ham had the following to say regarding the film: “I urge everyone not to miss Expelled. I found it riveting, eye-opening, even astonishing. Ben Stein does a masterful job of exposing the ruthlessness of evolutionists who will go after anyone who challenges or merely questions Darwinian orthodoxy. I was on the edge of my seat—entertained yet instructed.” - Ken Ham

I would encourage you to go watch the trailer and I would also encourage you to go watch the film. You can find out if this film will be shown in your city by clicking on the Theater locator button on their homepage. Just type in state followed by your zip code, and all of the info regarding local showings will appear.

Here are some of the Theaters here in the DFW area that will be showing this film:

Keystone Park Stadium 16 13933 N.Central Expy Dallas, TX 75243

Angelika 5321 Mockingbird Lane Ste. 201 Dallas, TX 75206

Grand 24 10110 Technology Blvd. E Dallas, TX 75220

Stonebriar Mall 24 2601 Preston Road Ste. 300 Frisco, TX 75034

Firewheel Town Center 18 100 Coneflower Dr Garland, TX 75040

Legacy 24 7201 Central Expressway Plano, TX 75025

Parks At Arlington 18 3861 S Cooper Arlington, TX 76015

Movies 16 220 E. Westchester Parkway Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Grapevine Mills 30 3150 Grapevine Mills Parkway Grapevine, TX 76051

Hickory Creek 16 8380 S. Stemmons Hickory Creek, TX 76205

Northeast Mall 18 1101 Melbourne Road Hurst, TX 76053

Mesquite 30 19919 Interstate 635 Mesquite, TX 75149

Get Expelled. Tell your friends and family. Go see the film Friday April 18.

Abby

Genesis 1:1; 1 Peter 3:15-16

Only in Texas~

Squeeze Penny, Texas. Just a dot on the map. Just a sign by the road.... Only in Texas!!!

Joel & Penny

Abs looking funny

Blogging:

Blogging: The good, the bad… the creative
By
Abby Kautt

The idea of a ‘journal’ on the Internet is not exactly new. Actually, web-logs, or ‘blogs’ have been around for ten or more years. Recently however, they have become the popular thing-to-do.
Such sites as WordPress, Xanga and Google’s Blogger offer FREE blog hosting. Over the past 2-3 years the blog-o-sphere has literally exploded. A global phenomena it is. Connecting family and friends separated by thousands of miles. You no longer need to worry about long distance bills, letters the old-fashioned way, or even emails. Blogging is ‘the’ way to go now-a-days, when it comes to global communication.

I personally have read many different ‘types’ of blogs. Some good in quality (always in content), and some not so good. You can definitely tell how long the blogger has been blogging, by reading their blog.

Some of my favorite blogs focus solely on photography. Actually, I believe that to have a good blog, you must post at least one picture per week. There exist, what are called ‘photo-blogs’ dedicated exclusively for the author to present their skills. I have experienced some of the best photography on these sites.

For me, blogging is about connecting. Sharing my personal experience or insight with family and friends. I don’t so much put highly personal information on my blog as I do general. But I hope that by blogging in the way I do, I can communicate the intended…. What I want them to know about my day, week, et cetera. Most importantly though, my blogging is done to glorify my heavenly Master, Jesus and to be a bright witness for His dear sake.

With that in mind, I hope my blog is good, not bad and most certainly creative!

My picks:
Ken Ham’s blog

John Piper's blog

Alyssa’s blog

Meg’s blog

The Serven Clan

Girl-Talk
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Abby is an aspiring author, blogger and eldest daughter. As such, she has many responsibilities at home. During her free time, she enjoys reading, playing outside with her younger siblings and enjoying the beauty of God’s creation and blogging about her life. She resides in beautiful North Texas, with her parents & 5 siblings.

Caleb and Phoebe Live in Concert

April 18th

Prolific author and Bible teacher / preacher Dr. John MacArthur will be in Grand Prairie at Cross Roads Christian Church (Dr. Barry Cameron pastor). This is a FREE event for all who would like to attend.

Crossroads Christian Church
Friday, April 18, 2008 at 7:30PM (CST),
doors open at 6:30PM Free admission and parking.
Free childcare for children ages 2 and younger is available by reservation.
Please call 817-557-2277.
Crossroads Christian Church 6450 S. Hwy 360Grand Prairie, TX 75052

For more information you can check out the church's website. Or find helpful information at KCBI a local Christian radio station who is promoting this event.

Dr. MacArthur has a new book out entitled A Tale of Two Sons. Make sure and check it out at Grace To You's website. I'm sure it will be another good one.

Hope to see You there!

Exciting!

Wow! April 3rd already! The month of March sped by so swiftly. It came in like a lamb and went out like a lion. Tornado warnings on the 30th added some excitement to an otherwise normal day. Balmy, humid, overcast weather has been the norm for the last week and a half.
On Monday we got the great privilege to speak with Mr. A as we like to call him. :) BTW, it was wonderful to get the chance, we hope to do it again real soon! ;)

Joel has been working like crazy. Looking for a new job seems to be a full time chore! He would really like to get something other than landscape. He's also doing lots of his own work, plus all that he can muster around here. He stays busy, and tired. Keep him in your prayers.

The rest of us (with the exception of Mum) stay busy 100% of the time. I run from one job to the next, with breaks scattered throughout the day. :) Dad of course has lots to do besides chores around the house. Church engagements and visitation of parishioners keep his schedule more than full. We live a pretty exciting life. Sometimes I wish it would slow up just a bit... sometimes. :)

Mom is doing ok. She's had some disappointing set backs the last 1-2 months. First she got a really nasty cold, that went to her lungs (she's still coughing some). Then some heart related flare-ups. Right now she's hopefully still sleeping. All in all her morale is pretty good. She has her good days and her bad. Just pray that she'll get her strength back, and won't get depressed because of her continued weak condition at this time. Today, hopefully she'll be sitting outside (the first time since March 1st!) and getting some of this beautiful spring air.

As I was out reading my favorite blogs something I do on occasion ;) I noted a very exciting entry on Ken Ham's blog. Joel was enrolled in Answers in Genesis' on-line Apologetics program, graduating from that in May of 2007. He really enjoyed the interaction with other like-minded students, and instructors. Plus, all of the heaps of information he learned. AiG offers not only courses in Biblical Apologetics, but also: Biology, Geology, and Astronomy (there may be others, I'm not sure). This program is open to any one interested in learning how to defend the Faith. I hope to take these courses once everything has settled down around here.

The interesting thing about this program is that right now it’s booked! You won't be finding an opening for a while. That is what is so exciting. Dr. Georgia Purdom, says that she's seeing more and more people enrolling who are not familiar with what Answers in Genesis is all about. That is such an answer to prayer. This message is vitally important and needs to go out to the entire world.

If you or your family or friends are interested in finding out more about Answers Education Online please go check it out, pass along the info, and you might find yourself delving into the meaty material they have to offer. I don't think you'll be disappointed with what they have to offer.