Monday, June 22, 2009

Jeffrey's Open House 2009

My brother, Timothy James firstborn, Jeffrey James graduated from Rockford Christian Schools this year. Party time again!

But the night before one might not think that the party would take place. Friday night, June 19, it stormed BAD! Heavy rains, lightning etc. Just trying to get their hugh white tent up was going to be a challenge. On top of the bad storm, there was an explosion at 8:35 p.m. on South Mulford near Sandy Hollow Road. A Canadian National Railway train was derailed by railroad tracks that had been washed away by the heavy rains. It was carrying thousands of gallons of ethanol. As a result, homes were being evacuated. It was a volunteer evacuation for Tim and Judi. Oh what a night this must have been for them.

Fast forward to Saturday morning! Sunshine! A nice cool breeze! Tent Up! LET'S PARTY!!! Jeffrey & Cake
Grandmother & Grandson


The only thing that went wrong was that that beautiful cluster of graduation balloons got blown away. Up, Up and away!


Jeffrey and friends.


Jeff's cousin, Leah had her party two weeks ago . I think they are both happy about graduating from high school and are looking forward to college.
Let's hope that in two years when Jeff's brother Justin graduates from Rockford Christian, Tim and Judi will not have so much excitment the night before the Open House. Enjoy the slide show below from such a fun Open House.

5 comments:

Alice said...

Yeah, that was a crazy, wild night wasn't it!!! Glad the party went well...

Ann-Marie said...

It was such a fun party! I did feel bad about those balloons floating away, though!

Janice Sturgill said...

Thanks, sis, for keeping up with all these parties. It's fun for the whole family - especially those that are far. We've got more to come! Love ya. Jan

Judi Rehfeldt said...

Great pictures Juliet! Thank you, I need to get copies of yours to put with the ones Beth took. Thank you to all my sister-in laws who made all the salads, they were delicious and we had plenty!! You are the best! The party was a success because of you! See you all on Saturday for the next party!

Charity said...

Man, I really miss getting to go to all of the fun family events. I am especially sad to be missing this next one:( But we will be there in spirit! I can't wait to meet Sam!!!!