Lennon's Christmas Pics!

Its hard to believe its been three months since we were blessed with Lennon Adele! She is doing great and growing more and more everyday!! Thank you for all of your prayers!!!!!!!!!!!!

Harrison Briggs

Harry's 3 month picture 

Jazzy Grandpa

Look out, Bill Clinton - here comes Grandpa!

Our "Native" Grandparents

 

Thanksgiving up North

It was fun to go up to "God's Country" for Thanksgiving this year. Mom put on a feast, and Dad even serenaded us!
We (the Bixby's) had a wonderful time up there with Dad and Mom and Tom and Leesa and family. 

The other "cousins"

....from the week before.
So many cute babies in the family....
And more on the way!
Right, Bert?
Right, Joel?
Anyone else want to be added to the list? 

She doesn't mind the attention

I don't know if this will work or not.
It was fun to have the Turners over last night.
The kids (and parents) had a blast.
(Click on the picture for a cute video.)

Jacob came to church!

This is a picture a nurse took last week with phone camera. He was trying to talk more and it was good to see him in church. I think he loved it.
Thank you for your continued prayers. 

Your Thoughts

Well, election day has come and gone. I hope you made time to go and vote. It's amazing that God has blessed us with the privilege to live in a country where we are able to do so freely and without threat of violence! What do you think of the results? Were you surprised by anything? How do you think this will affect the presidential election in '08? Please share your thoughts.

Joel

America - Freedom to Fascism (Authorized Version)

Please visit http://www.freedomtofascism.com to purchase the DVD. This is the "Director's Final Cut" authorized version of Aaron Russo's documentary, America: Freedom To Fascism (AFTF). It is being uploaded to Google Video for the first time during the evening of October 19-20th, 2006. Aaron has listened to everyone's feedback - volunteers, students, lovers of freedom & liberty, young and old alike - and, true to his word, he is putting this up "for free" on Google Video knowing that the hour has come for Americans to either be awakened to restore the Republic or be swept aside by the dark global forces of fascism that seeks to enslave mankind. AFTF's main focus comes in a statement with six very simple words: SHUT DOWN THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM!! After viewing the movie, please be sure to visit http://www.freedomtofascism.com where you will soon be able to view a much higher quality "pay per view" Internet version of AFTF, buy the DVD and sign up as an affiliate to sell/distribute DVDs to others. We also urge everyone to be sure to sign up as volunteer, register for email alerts and tell your family, friends and neighbors about this groundbreaking movie. From Joel- What do you think after watching this documentary? Do you believe all of the information presented? Will you take part in civil disobedience? Please watch the video and express your opinions! Joel

P.S. If it says that the video is currently unavailable, click on the play button again until it plays. It will.

SORRY!

I AM SORRY!

In my attempt at being blog savvy, I deleted the Briggs Halloween Picture post that everyone had commented on! I just saw the one had text at the top and the other didn't and I didn't even think to look and see if anyone had commented on it.

SORRY!

Please, if you can remember your comments, put them on the remaining post.

I promise, I will pay more attention next time I decide to try to be blog savvy. Scouts Honor!

Joel

Happy Halloween!

Here are a few pics from last night at
Ken and Sue's. Joel, do you recognise
Kenny's Hat?
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Trick or Treat!

We had a fun evening trick or treating. We started out by going to Gillette Children's Hospital and visiting Jacob Bergum (the boy from our church who is recovering from the auto accident). I forgot to take any pictures while we there. He was worn out, but was happy to see us. The kids had not seen him since this last operation. It was good for all of us.
We then stopped and did a little "real" trick or treating. It was very cold out and we only lasted about 45 minutes to an hour. But they still got more than their share of candy. They are saving the "sour" candy for Jacob - that's what he likes. He doesn't like chocolate, but likes sour candy, I guess.
As you can see, it was more work for Dad and Mom than for the kids - but they get all the candy!!! 

More Maze Pictures

Just a few more.
Thanks, Burt, for all the fond memories! 

Sever's Corn Maze

We were finally able to go visit Burt (and Molly and kids) at Sever's Corn Maze.
We had a blast.
Unfortunately, we weren't able to stay long, but the weather was perfect and we had a good time, as you can see by the pictures. 

A Day In the Life of Andy B.

5:30 am: wake up

Google Your Name

If you've never tried it, you should...Google your name, that is. Go to Google, type in your name, and see what comes up. Here's one of the things I found for my name...

Excerpt from Cattleman Magazine

TSCRA’s 2006 School for Successful Ranching set for March 25-26

Fourth-generation rancher and career cowboy Joel Ham of Big Lake, Texas, will lead a session on “Cow Sense—Understanding Bovine Psychology,” the key to successful low-stress cattle handling. Joel will detail the basic behavioral instincts of cattle and clearly explain why the handling results we get are directly related to our understanding of how cattle think and react.

I bet you didn't know that I am a smart, successful rancher in Texas! Oh, the double lives we live. ;) At least I care enough about the cows to try to make their lives as "low-stress" as possible. Go ahead, call me a cow-hugger! :D

Have fun!!!

Joel

Great Grandma D visits Illinois!

It's been such a treat to have Shirley visit us. She arrived Saturday and we stopped by Jeremy, Chrissy, and Lennon's apartment. After going to lunch, we sat and gabbed for a few hours (took a few pictures with GGD and Lennon) before heading to the "Ham's Hideway" in rural Hopewell (how's that for the three H's)!

Sunday was spent at church, followed by a wonderful lunch again at the three H's. Eric Nancie, Alivia and Ethan joined us. Several more pictures of GGD with Alivia and Ethan (Caleb was at the Grandma & Grandpa Evans). More relaxing time in the afternoon watching football and visiting.

Monday Becky and Shirley spent the day 'antiquing'. Some small purchases (Shirley couldn't buy too much, have to take the bags home on the airplane!).

Will post more as Shirely's visit continues.

Harrison's 3 Month Pictures

 

Happy Birthday Caroline!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAROLINE!

Caroline, it has been too long since we've seen you! We hope you are well & surviving with your brothers & sisters. ;) I'm sure your mom & dad have a special birthday party planned for you. Filled with food, fun, & fantastic frolicking (if you don't know what that is, you will someday). Just make sure someone takes some pictures and sends some our way. We'd love to see the fun you had.

Love,

Joel & Stacy 

Happy Birthday Elise!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELISE!

I'm a few days early, but Stacy & I will be out of town this weekend, so I wanted to make sure I said it before rather than after. We hope you enjoy your birthday and have lots of fun with your friends & family. I am so happy that I get to see you every Sunday and watch you grow up. I know I make myself sound old, but I remember when you were born and you were so small! Hardly seems like it has been that long ago!

Love,

Joel & Stacy 

Happy Birthday Becky Lynn!!!

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!!

Thank you for being born! ;) You have been a wonderful mother to me and I am endlessly thankful that God gave me such great, loving parents. Your example of service for the Lord and others will be part of the legacy you leave our family. I wish we could have been there to help you celebrate. I hope you enjoyed it, or will enjoy it, if you haven't celebrated it yet. We look forward to seeing you again sometime soon.

All of Our Love,

Joel & Stacy

Where Is The Family?

Hey Family! Where are you guys?! I understand life can be busy, but... I guess I'm just a little disappointed that I don't see more of you taking an active part in the blog. Just the regulars, not that there's anything wrong with the regulars (you know who you are), I appreciate your participation. You don't even have to post something (although it would be great if you did), just comment on other posts. Even my own mother...I never see her on here (love you mom).

I guess what I'm trying to say is that I love my family and want to see & read about them and what's going on in their lives. So stay in touch.

P.S. This is called The Drury Report, but I have yet to see a Drury post anything on here! Terrible! ;)

Bear.....ly!

Hey, Joel....
How about those Bears? They can't even lose when they try to! Wow.

Latest Pictures of Lennon - October 14, 2006

Saturday, (October 14) we visited Jeremy, Chrissy, and Lennon at their home in Bloomington (IL). Lennon was a real charmer, waking up for grandma and grandpa (it was really feeding time). She continues to do well and will be going to the doctor this week for a follow-up visit.

Jeremy and Chrissy discovered this week that they have mold problems in their apartment (primarily their bedroom) and this could be the cause of Chrissy's headaches. They've contacted their landlord and hopefully the problem (and the cause) will be soon found and fixed.

Please contine to keep Jeremy, Chrissy and little Lennon in your prayers, especially during this time of adjusting for this new family and their finances.

From Proud Grandma and Grandpa (Becky and Carl)

First Snow (1 of 2)

Here's the view from ShopNBC (Eden Prairie, MN). Technically, this may not be the "first" snow, but I think it is safe to say that it was the first snow of any signifigance. Makes you want to sit down in front of the fireplace with a big bowl of soup or chili, doesn't it?