Tahoe Fun In The Snow

Our family had an opportunity to spend a few days in Lake Tahoe last week for a pseudo Spring Break mini-vacation. Our kids got to do some sledding and I thought I'd share some pictures and videos. It's amazing how much more fun it is to look back on the trip than to actually 'experience' the trip... at least when the vacation is more about the kids fun than ours!

Below are a few videos as well... nothing big but some fun moments together!

If you don't see the videos, click here, here, here, and here!

Max sledding in Lake Tahoe - 04.06.09 from Barry Smith on Vimeo.

Max on slide in snow - Tahoe - 04.06.09 from Barry Smith on Vimeo.

Taryn Makes Snow Angel - Dad Whines About No Sand from Barry Smith on Vimeo.

Taryn teaches mommy while Max causes problems from Barry Smith on Vimeo.

Comedy Club - Impact - April 4, 2009

It's coming folks... the coolest NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT we've ever offered.

Not only will we be having one of the best rockin' house bands ever...

But DAVID GARIBALDI will also be here. He is an internatinally known performing arts painter and absolutely ROCKS THE HOUSE with his talents. You've got to check him out here.

And our headliner will be Dennis Gaxiola. Some of you will remember Dennis from several years ago. Prepare for your sides to hurt from laughing so hard.

This night will be one you won't soon forget. Prices are $18 in advance and $25 at the door. Group rates available for just $15. So... don't wait any longer, get your tickets today at our Impact Comedy Website... or at church on Sunday.

Wii Bowling With Staff

Just last week we had a staff meeting change-a-roo with a Wii Bowling Tournament.

Yes, we did allow 15-20 minutes for some church business. But then we got to the real point of the meeting... a major staff competition for a $25.00 Visa gift card as first prize. 

This was 'big time stuff.'

The pictures don't reflect the awesome music playing; two wii's going at the same time; and serious game faces!

Chris jumped out with the lead on the girls side. But she choked in the last few frames.

Darcy then went on to take the semi-finals win with her patented jab moves. 

The guys saw Shawn garnering a win over Josh in their semi-finals.

You know what that means? Two Struckmeiers competing for the $25 gift card in the finals!

I happen to have inside information that Darcy thought the gift card was hers regardless of who won. NOT SO! Shawn walked away as the big winner and kept the loot for himself.

I mentioned wings for all the guys... but somehow, Shawn didn't see it that way.  CONGRATS SHAWN!

By the way - I really love our church.