The makings of a daughter-in-law

A bid deal happened last night here at the Fogarty home.
Our first-born, Tyler Kraft Fogarty is engaged to be married in September.
Tyler asked Elea Sara Cook to be his wife last night on top of a little knoll overlooking Codorus Lake Marburg, as the chilly wind tried to interrupt a very sweet proposal. Tyler had prayed about how he would ask her to marry him and came up with quite a unique plan. He had an Apple Nano I-Pod inscribed on the back with the words "Elea Sara Cook… will you marry me?" After giving her a dozen long stemmed red roses, he showed her the gift of the I-pod. She was thrilled and thought the gift was over the top. As she started to put it back into the box Tyler told her that some I-pod’s are inscribed on the back when you order them online. She turned the I-pod over and as she read the words she became wordless and stood in shock. Before she could say anything Tyler then got down on one knee, asked her if she would be his wife, and gave her a ring that belonged to his great- grand-mother Mary Ridgley Kraft.
Later, the happy couple came home where we had waited dinner, and Evan made a toast of sparkling cider and wished them a happy and joyous life together.
All the brothers gave them their blessings and the evening melted away into a bowl of cookies and cream ice-cream and the wee hours of 10 o’clock.
One down and four to go.

Easter Monday

Today is the day after Resurrection Sunday. We enjoyed a wonderful sermon by Josh Harris, and as usual, he brought out things from a relatively small section of Scripture and expounded on them in a manner that brought clarity to the subject matter. I am always intrigued that he can have that much insight and be able to communicate it in a way we can apply to our own lives. He is certainly a gifted speaker. I feel so blessed to be at this church.
Yesterday after church, we went over some friends we have known for a long time to share a meal together. We were among some friends we have known for many years and some we know only at Easter. We all enjoyed the day very much even though the weather was rather chilly. Upon returning home, we were visited by our close friends the Armacost’s. It was a surprise visit; they were looking at a piece of land near us just over the hill. It would be so cool if they lived that close.
Come on spring like temps! Is anybody else ready to get their fingers deep into the earth and start their gardens? I know I am.
Love to all

Good Friday

Good Friday. I still struggle with the term. To me it was all but good yet, it was so, for the sake of the saints, and I thank the Lord for his plan and that I am not the one calling the shots. It would have been a much different day if I were in charge, much different day indeed. Moreover, we can all say AMEN to that.
Last night our whole family attended a Seder Feast at the home of the Martin’s. If one could perhaps get past the man officiating in a red, Hawaiian shirt, it was all-good. Paul officiated from an official pamphlet called “The Messianic Passover Haggadah” where he went through many Scriptures, and foods eaten at Passover and explained their meaning.
We first rid the house of all leavened products, then, the women lit the candles. As the meal went on, we drank four cups of red wine (grape juice) symbolizing the cup of Sanctification, the cup of plagues, the cup of Redemption and finally the cup of praise. It was very good to feel the connection with our Jewish brothers and to think of what the Lord did during his time on earth.
I am so grateful to the Martin’s for their wonderful Christian hospitality. The room was ready, the table arranged and the atmosphere was set for what was to take place that evening. We all treasured the evening and it will become an especially warm memory.
NEXT YEAR IN JERUSALEM!

Shalom.

Random musings

Austin is feeling better today, thank you for all who prayed for him, however; he said he feels like he was in a fight where someone hit him numerous times in the stomach. As I write, he is line at Space Mountain in Disney World, the weather is sunny and 76 degrees, oh well, someone has to do it!

I just made two loaves of raisin bread and it is rising on top of the oven getting ready to cook. I love the smell of homemade bread and in about 1 hour from now, my house will be filled with the aroma of fresh baked bread. Yeah!

Today, I am waiting for my dishwasher to be delivered and am being held captive in my house to their delivery schedule, which they say will be somewhere between ten and two. Have you noticed manufactures do not make appliances like those just 15 years ago? They figure one will need replacing every 7 years. Let me give you some good tips when buying appliances. Most have the same motors and basic features. The difference between the $300 and $600 models is add on items such as adjustable racks, colored accessories, and fancier buttons; all of which, I might add jacks up the repair costs. We bought the lower end, and we will be looking to purchase another one in about 7 or so years.

Blessings to all and Happy, happy Easter!

Prayers wanted!

Today, I received a call from Austin who is in Florida for a short vacation. He called sounding very forlorn. Poor guy has a touch of food poisoning and is quite sick. Please pray for him because he has the opportunity to go to Disney World for FREE with a fast pass tomorrow. He is discouraged slightly.
Life here on the home front is the same except the weather is delightful which makes everything else seem special. Tomorrow will be another story I understand; cold, rainy and dark. Even though the weather will be not as friendly, it will make the days that follow these cold ones even more special. Wishing you all a great and cozy couple of days. The logs are once again coming in for the night ready to be set aflame in the early morning.
Love to all from the Fogarty household.

A special note to Amy. Are you still out there?