Porter Family News

Thursday

Charlie's Birthday

Charlie met a milestone in his life today - he became the same age that Carolyn was when she birthed him! My day was made by floating in the pool and watching Charlie throw Sarah into the air and catch her just as she was about to hit the water. Each time he caught her she said "Agin" so he wore himself out doing this and playing basketball in the deep end with his Captain Carter.

WEB ALBUM PICTURES

Sarah's First Sentence

Grandma Porter was the first to recognize that this video taken by Charlie on his phone recorded Sarah's first complete sentence - "You Can't Have It!" Archie is Sarah's dog needless to say.

Saturday

Jenn and Chris Wedding - October 4, 2008

Chris and Jennifer are Married!

Daufuskie Island, the Secret Sister of Hilton Head Island, is one of the most exciting, enchanting, and exotic destinations for a wedding which can only be reached by ferry and just 1 nautical mile from Hilton Head Island, is a sub-tropical island with miles of wide, secluded sandy beaches and beautiful forests. This enchanting island paradise offers a magical retreat into an exotic world of natural splendor and serenity. With only a few hundred year round residents, and nary a car to be found, the golf cart becomes the basic form of transportation around the resort and for exploring the island. In this quiet peaceful environment, devoid of the hustle and bustle of the real world, was a perfect way for Jenn and Chris to start a new relationship in celebration of their marriage.

Sea Oak Manor, the main resort lodge on Daufuskie Island, was an incredible venue for their dream wedding, a magnificent estate situated on acres of oceanfront property with a picturesque famous wedding Gazebo for their seashore wedding dream. The excitement started early in the morning of October 4, 2008, with Jenn and Chuck waiting behind the wall of windows in the Manor looking out at our families waiting in front of the Gazebo at the edge of the ocean. Chris and Navy Chaplain Ben Sandford were looking towards us, both knowing that they would soon become brothers. The seashore wedding dream was to begin just as Sunrise broke over the water with the blue sky overhead and the sound of the waves lazily rolling on shore of the beautiful beach.

Carolyn and I, along with Chuck, Kim, and little Sarah, were surprised to be invited to stay an extra day to chill out with the Bride and Groom in their beautiful ocean front cottage. We arose early the next morning to again experience the beautiful sunrise with a long walk on the beach. Chris and Jenn got to stay the rest of the week for their honeymoon.

Jenn and Chris Family Wedding Reception

Carolyn, Charlie, Kim, little Sarah, and I hosted a small Family Wedding Reception at our home for Jenn and Chris on Saturday, December 6, 2008.

Jennifer came early to help prepare the food. Danny and Barbara, Shirley and Gene, and Beaner also came in the late morning to help put it all together. Sarah Sain, Connie Surratt, Donna Askew, and Connie Stone were here to share in our celebration along with my good friend Ellie Price. Connie took pictures for us. Our little Sarah was so precious as usual and entertained us all.

I was thrilled that my brother Doug and Arlette were able to come. Chris's sister Tina and her husband Aaron introduced us to Aaron's parents, Jim and Edith Hunt. It is so wonderful to have them as part of our family!

BIBLE SERVICES

The purpose of the meetings is to awaken a deeper interest in the Bible, in the truth that Jesus Christ lived and taught, to bring the faith of Jesus to those who do not have it, and to strengthen the faith of those who do. No appeals are made for money; no books are for sale. We are not here to condemn, but to help. These services are reverent, scriptural and brief. We are in fellowship with Christians all over the world whose worship is the same as those we read of in the New Testament. We take no name other than the name of Jesus.

ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND

WHEN: Wendesdays at 7:30pm on May 27^th, June 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, 24^th

^{WHERE: 129 Vandiver Dr, Lincolnton}

DIRECTIONS: 129 Vandiver Dr - North on 321 By Pass..to Exit #28. (Maiden Exit) Turn left at ramp and go about 2.5 miles..this is Hwy 321 N. Business. Look for North Gate Shopping Center on left. (you will see Taco & Tequilla Restuarant. Turn in Shopping Center. (Vandiver Dr) Space is on the left side...#129 about half way down the strip.

WHEN: Sundays at 4pm on May 31^st, June 7^th, 14^th,, 21^th28^th

WHERE: Larry Morton’s Home - 9625 Surface Hill Road, Charlotte

DIRECTIONS: 9625 Surface Hill Rd: inner I-485: exit Right on exit 43, Right on 51/Blair Rd, toward Mint Hill for 0.4 mile, Right on Bainview Dr for 0.4 mile, Left on Edwards Pl for 0.2 mile, R on Woodhollow Rd for 0.4 mile, R on Surface Hill Rd for 0.3 mile to end of the road, take driveway to the Left and follow around

Connie Suratt 318-518-4229 ConnBons@aol.com

Sarah Sain 904-806-0254 redhed71@earthlink.net

Carolyn's Birthday

This is a later addition to my post that I could not

resist. A week after Carolyn's birthday as she was checking out in her favorite grocery store the clerk asked her, "Would you like to take your Senior Citizen discount?' After 28 years of marraige I am finally not that much older than my wonderful wife! I can actually say at 68 years of age that I have NOT been asked that question in a grocery store! Just for fun!

Carolyn's Birthday was another nice family day. This year the highlight was our little Sarah Colleen Porter! Grandma could not have been any happier! Of couse now she can get free checking and order from the Senior's menu. For some reason she is still 12 years younger than Grandpa. Jennifer - thank you for the wonderful lunch.

More pictures on our Web Albums

Thursday

Sarah's Laser Surgery in New York

Sarah's first Laser Surgery in New York was very successful! Mom, Dad, Grandpa, and Grandma got to go too! During the surgery they used a laparascope to check her airway and found no sign of the Hemangiomas which was really good news. The next day Dr. Waner gave us a good report - the next laser surgery is scheduled for 2/13/08.

We thank our family and friends so very much for their prayers and support!

Charlie has set up a Special Blog Site that covers their battle with Hemangiomas in detail so others may follow their progress and understand what they have gone through since little Sarah's birth. It is an interesting story that underlines the importance of early and correct diagnosis of Hemangiomas. Their blog is dedicated to couples searching for help for their child with Hemangiomas!

Pictures of our New York trip are on our Web Albums.

Friday

Sarah Colleen Porter has arrived!

Charlie and little Sarah minutes after birth. Grandma and Grandpa get their first visit!

Thursday

Sarah Colleen Porter - almost 2 Days Old

Grandma and Grandpa's favorite picture of our little blessing!

Tuesday

IT'S A GIRL!

Charlie and Kim announced that Sarah Colleen is expected to arrive September 15, 2007!

Friday

Our Daughter Jennifer is Engaged!

Chris, our Daughter Jennifer, Charlie's wife Kim, and our Son Charlie.

Christian and our Daughter Jennifer are Engaged!!

I am so lucky - I have THREE Wonderful Daughters.