REUNION 2010 IS NEAR!!!!

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The Riverview Lodge, where we will be eating, fellowshipping and having devotionals has been reserved for ALL DAY MONDAY - July 5th. It should be opened by 8 a.m. and isn't locked up for the night until 10 p.m. So in case you arrive at Mahoney before your cabin is ready, you can still have a place to visit with others. Let the fun begin!!!! We'll have The Riverview Lodge until Thursday night at 10 on July 8.

BRANSON MINI-REUNION IN AUGUST!

Moy's health did not allow her to join her siblings in Branson in August. Here's a recent picture of Moy with Robbie as they enjoy each other's company.

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First generation siblings, children of Norbon Palmer Sikes, Sr. and Emma Antha Gibbs Sikes, who were able to meet in Branson were Jack, Don, Bob, Kathryn, and Barry.

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Joined by their spouses, they make a terrific looking group. Bob/Janet, Jack/Robbie, Don/Bessie, Barry/Ruth, and Kathryn.

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So, we heard that there were second and third generation folk present? Anyone have any pictures to prove it? Send them to Patti! We heard you had second generation: Stacy, Carol, Sharla, and Kent. Third generation was Caleb, Krista, and James. Anyone else? What about someone writing a paragraph or two about what you all did?

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LINDSEY RINE MARRIES!

Leon and Billie have had another grandaughter marry! Congratulations to Dad and Mom - Dave and Janie! We rounded up some pics for all of you waiting to see...more pics of their June 20th OKC wedding will be forthcoming!

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Welcome to the family Derrick!

Congratulations to you both!

May God richly bless your lives together!

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Ephesians 5:28-31

"...husbands ought to love their wives

as their own bodies.

He who loves his wife loves himself.

After all, no one ever hated his own body,

but he feeds and cares for it,

just as Christ does the church-

for we are members of his body.

"For this reason a man

will leave his father and mother

and be united to his wife,

and the two will become one flesh."

CASEY SIKES' MARRIES!

Our own Casey Sikes married Jesse Crofton

on Saturday, July 11, 2009

in Minnesota!

Congratulations!

God's Richest Blessings on you both!

1 Corinthians 13:4-8

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"Love is patient, love is kind.

It does not envy, it does not boast,

it is not proud.

It is not rude, it is not self-seeking,

it is not easily angered,

it keeps no record of wrongs.

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

It always protects,

always trusts,

always hopes,

always perseveres.

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Love never fails."

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Nebraska Cousin Cassandra made a road trip with mom, Brenda, to meet up with Michigan cousin's Brianna and Brandon (and, of course, Dad and Mom - Brian and Shawna).

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Of course, the three cousins joined their parents to pose for this photo with Casey's Daddy and Mom, Stacy and Carol.


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Jesse and Casey, we're glad you plan to join us next year for the reunion. Thanks for already making your reservations!

GARETT'S GRADUATION AND FUTURE PLANS

Garett graduated on May 17th from York High School. YEAH!! Congratulations! We're so thankful for you, Garett!

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Future plans?

• attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney beginning August 20th
• room with cousin, Andrew Carpenter

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Watch out UNK!!!!!!!

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Here is Garett with Papa and Mama Sikes on either side of him. Ecstatic Mom Dawn and Grandma Carpenter are on the left. Proud Dad Stewart is on the right.

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"Commit your works to the LORD,

And your plans will be established.

The LORD has made everything for its own purpose..."

Proverbs 16:3-4

2010 REUNION PLANS FIRMED UP!

It's official! Many of you have reserved your cabin or your lodge rooms. This is the week to send in your deposit! Then, we wait for a whole year! Thank you Brenda for all the amazing organizational work to pull this off. Thank you Jack and Robbie for reserving the rec hall for meals, games, devos, visiting, and gatherings.
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Call Mahoney to make your reservations today:

402.944.2523.

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Email Brenda

if you have any other questions

about lodging.

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SIKES REUNION 2010

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July 5 - 9

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Mahoney State Park, Nebraska

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JOSH MARCUM IN TRAGIC WRECK!

As many of you know, a bus and driver were hired to take a group of church youth in Bolivia to a retreat. The bus went down an embankment with terrible consequences. Three young ladies are dead. Josh has 3 broken ribs. Many others are receiving medical treatment now.
Julie tells the details clearly on their blog that you can link to up close to the top of the right sidebar. Please pray everyday for Josh, Julie, girls, and their church family as they heal spiritually, physically, and emotionally.

Hebrews 4:16

"Let us therefore draw near with confidence

to the throne of grace,

that we may receive mercy

and may find grace to help

in time of need."

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