Ward Crew

Mama and Papa's trip to Charlotte

2012-02-04T19:12:00.003-06:00

"Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?"
This is Miles, their youngest great grandson! He has his mommy's eyes!
Had to have trip to FISHCAMP!
Stopped in and saw the Boles in South Carolina.

Seth, we loved having you HOME!

2012-01-12T08:51:00.003-06:00

Seth headed back to school this morning. He loves LIBERTY, so this mom was excited for him to head back. Thank you, Lord, for a wonderful time together.

Christmas Highlights

2011-12-26T20:37:00.001-06:00

Merry Christmas 2011

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Veterans Memorial Park, Huntsville, AL

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Deacons Christmas Lunch

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Christmas Cookies

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Happy 59th Anniversary, Papa and Mama Ward

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Married at Calvary Baptist Church, Tuscaloosa, AL on December 6, 1952

Go Chargers!

2011-12-03T19:22:00.002-06:00

John David had his very first basketball game today at Monrovia Elementary. What sweet memories of many little ballgames there with his daddy and uncles!! The gang was all there!!
We were so proud of John David!!

Look what else is happening!

2011-11-13T15:24:00.004-06:00

Hudson's 4th birthday is today. He wanted a MARIO cake, so JohnDavid and Graham put together a LEGO Mario and Hudson loved it! He is such a blessing to our family.

Great Job! JDP and "Grambo"
Skyping with Mommy (Emily). We miss her and counting the days until she returns on Thursday. She has been in Egypt and Israel, with Grandma, Grandpa and Pops.
Hudson ate his lunch while skyping with mommy!
John David lost his tooth!

Pictures Papa made in Washington

2011-11-13T07:14:00.004-06:00

Papa took Paula, his guardian, a gift - an Alabama hat!

Papa, Seth, Zach and Jacob (friends from Liberty)
Thank you, Paula for being Papa's guardian! He said you were the best! You must come visit us.

At the Airport last night

2011-11-13T07:02:00.005-06:00

He's Home!

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Seth met Papa in Washington

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Got this picture from Seth today. We have heard all is going well. What a trip for Papa to share!

November 12, 2011 Papa is in Washington

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Papa was chosen to fly to Washington, DC today with 100 other Korean War Veterans on Valor Flight. He processed in at 5am and the flight left at 8am. We will welcome him home tonight with a special ceremony at 8:30pm. Papa has this picture of him and Bennett to place on the Korean Memorial. (Notice what Mama Ward did especially for him - cut down the center of his shirt and placed velcro. You know Papa doesn't like anything over his head!)

General from the arsenal saluting Papa. He said "This is your day!"

This was precious. This little guy was standing and showing this in honor of the veterans.
Papa is headed off and stay tuned for more pictures. Thank you, Papa Ward, for your service to our country. We are blessed after you!

HAPPY VETERANS DAY!!

2011-11-12T07:38:00.006-06:00

Papa was greeted and saluted by many as he wore the cap that Bennett gave him.

Papa stood and saluted the first flag that came by.

Penguins in Fall?

2011-10-21T12:07:00.003-05:00

Natalie, This is for you! I stopped at a thrift store and found the cutest little penguin! And yes, I washed it and the boys love it! Oh, and I paid $3!!!

Also found "Woody" pajamas!

A Day at Botanical Garden! Gigi's Favorite!

2011-10-21T11:16:00.012-05:00

Auburn Rose?

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Some friends of ours brought this over - Grown in Auburn AL!! Cool!!

I'm a blessed GIGI!

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Papa's Meeting For Valor Flight

2011-10-11T19:45:00.005-05:00

Can you see Papa (front, second from the right)?

What an honor to sit in a roomful of veterans! It was quite moving just listening to them saying the pledge of allegiance.

Papa will leave at 6:00 am on Saturday, Nov. 12 from Huntsville International Airport. He will return at 8:30 pm and all is invited to welcome the veterans in. It will be very moving heroes welcome home.

We will keep you posted on any more details.

To see more, look at http://www.valorflight.com/

Jake and Katie's Wedding

2011-10-11T11:33:00.006-05:00

Just some precious random shots! I didn't have my camera with me all the time, so just a few here and there. What a wonderful weekend! Thanks for all that everyone did for Jake and Katie!!! Love all of you - WARD family!

First day of school for KYLE

2011-08-19T08:33:00.002-05:00

Sweet Helping Cousins

2011-08-19T08:29:00.001-05:00

I have some better pics on my phone, so when I learn how to download I'll show you.

They even made his bed for him, along with spraying the mattress with LYSOL. He is blessed to have those girls close by.

Crying over Chinese Donuts

2011-08-19T07:35:00.002-05:00

Heading out of the driveway Tuesday morning!

Hudson was not too sure about giving his hug. They love their Uncle Seth.

Emily gave him car air refresheners - the same kind David had in his car when she met him at Liberty. Sweet memories!

These last pictures were made on the day Seth was packing. Tears were hard to hold back when I saw dad and Seth working on tying a tie and then David brought him some of his favorites - Chinese donuts!

Notable News!

2011-06-27T06:50:00.003-05:00

We are back from our mission trip to Ukraine. The Lord blessed us tremendously. I have placed 2 pictures with plans to do more later.

John David told us he had a loose tooth and on Saturday, while eating Mama Ward's fresh corn, he said, "It's gone". It took us a while to find it in the rows of corn, after initially thinking he had swallowed it!

Also our email is not working properly, I can receive but not send. I wanted you all to know that we have still not been able to "nail down" a vacation date. So far, all the dates have been already reserved by this year's guests. I will continue to talk with the realty company and see what the possiblities are. Just pray that something will open up for us - it was a perfect place, right?

This precious little boy made me a bracelet and the last picture shows the urban area we worked in this year. In all the previous years, we have worked in villages, so it was quite exciting to see more of the Ukraine living.

Ward Vacation 2011

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Special Day

2011-06-01T08:52:00.001-05:00

Papa reading his birthday card from his Breakfast Buddies in Charlotte.

Seth's Graduation

2011-05-28T12:30:00.002-05:00

Danielle is LU bound also. She wants to major in nursing.

Surprise! Papa's 80th "Pig-Pickin" Birthday Party

2011-05-20T12:00:00.006-05:00

Hiding Place

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Tornado - April 27, 2011 11:30 am

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We "just" had 3 trees to go down. We were so blessed they fell away from the house. Mama, Papa, Seth and I went to the center of the house and heard the winds. But our community was hit very hard.

Easter Fun

2011-05-20T11:14:00.005-05:00

30 Years Today!

2011-05-09T09:04:00.000-05:00

I love you, Scott Gossett!

At 11:03 tonight.....

2011-04-18T21:14:00.003-05:00

John David will be 5 years old. Our precious daughter-in-law and son gave us our first grandson - John David Paul Gossett, 6lbs.5 oz. 20 inches long. He had a FUN party! He is such a blessing!

Fun pics

2011-04-16T21:47:00.005-05:00

Seth and Kensley

Seth's Junior/Senior

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More pics to come!!!

Special Friends

2011-03-24T13:33:00.002-05:00

Bob, Jan, Scott and Sandy

Day at Botanical Garden

2011-03-24T13:11:00.005-05:00

They had a special reptile show. Hudson was anxious to touch!

That's a baby alligator

I love this picture! John David reminds me of his father, David, with his hands in his pockets!

There has been a little girl in the house!

2011-03-24T13:07:00.002-05:00

I got tickled when I found this - a tiny hair barette and a Barbie shoe. These don't go with our GIJoes!!!

Sweet Times with Mama & Papa Ward

2011-03-17T09:37:00.001-05:00

This was after breakfast, right before they headed back to Charlotte!

Basket Class with Nat & LeighAnna Today!

2011-03-15T13:00:00.001-05:00

Happy 29th Birthday, David!

2011-03-15T07:38:00.002-05:00

Natalie, Greta, Will and LeighAnna are visiting for a few days!

This little boy loves music!

Mama Ward made her famous strawberry pie, also!

Sean & Carmen's Wedding

2011-03-14T16:47:00.001-05:00

Hudson did a great job as the ringbearer!

He is back home!

2011-03-09T09:56:00.001-06:00

This picture was taken about 8:30 am. Graham is back home and surgery went well. The doctor said the fluid was like "peanut butter" and his hearing, speech and balance should improve. Blessing from our LORD!

Pray for Graham today

2011-03-09T05:50:00.003-06:00

He will have tubes placed in his ears today. No more ear trouble - hopefully!! He has to be at Surgery Center at 6:30am. Gigi is headed over to stay with big boys and Pops will be with David and Emily.

Mama & Papa's Travels

2011-02-17T19:12:00.006-06:00

Sharon's play - "Peter Pan". Papa keeps saying..."you wouldn't believe what that girl did!" Mama and Papa are so proud of Sharon. She is an awesome director.

Todd, her right hand man!

Chip refereeeeeing

This is where Katie and Jake's wedding will take place in October!

Aunt Emmalaine - Cape Canaveral is between Papa's and Em's shoulder! She has a perfect view of launches!

Chad and family

Passing of the baton from Ron to John

Aunt Ruth at her place

Papa's Best Man at his wedding and went into service together - Harry S.

Uncle George and Aunt Gladys

Uncle George's Truck that he restored. Now all these pictures were made by Mama Ward. She did a great job, didn't she? Praise the Lord for a great, safe trip for them!

Everything

2011-02-17T15:25:00.001-06:00

Sunday, the Youth did this awesome drama.

I have 2 Sisters Sue

2011-02-17T12:27:00.002-06:00

This is my precious sister, Sue. She came by the office on Valentines Day giving her dogs a ride and I wanted you all to meet her. She loves animals and has been a precious friend of mine for about 10 years. Also my other sister, Sue, gave me (I think) her favorite bracelet for Christmas. You know we were to regift this year, so every time I wear it I think of my sweet sister, Susan.

Emily's Sister and her girls

2011-02-17T12:23:00.001-06:00

Enjoyed their visit

This is X, one more of Emily and David's boys!

A day at Gigi's House - Photo Day!

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Happy Valentines Day!

2011-02-17T10:54:00.001-06:00

Seth's Senior Basketball Night

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Scott and I are blessed parents!

This just "struck me funny"!

2011-02-05T10:37:00.002-06:00

Oh, the junk mail that Mama & Papa receive - My normal path is to the mailbox, to the garbage can! But "What ever happened to Mr. Jean Ward?" was a keeper for little while for me to take a picture!

Just found footage!

2011-01-12T14:52:00.005-06:00

2011 First Snow

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The birds love Mama Ward!

Some neighborhood "kids" came by on their way sledding!

With snow , puzzles come out, Mama Ward said "oh, this is easy, time us!" Thus the time card, but.....not finished yet. It was harder than she thought - no straight edges!

Ward Tank Work Going on in Huntsville, AL !!!!!

2011-01-05T19:41:00.007-06:00

This is at the COKE plant. Papa and Mama enjoyed seeing some work in action!

Another Thrill!

2011-01-05T19:34:00.003-06:00

Pops and Gigi also got to take the 2 older grandsons to see YOGI BEAR. It was so much fun observing them and hearing them giggle! They loved it. You were suppose to wear 3-D glasses, but they didn't like that part. Oh the joys of grandparenthood! Have I told you how precious they are???

Books and Bananas

2011-01-05T15:33:00.004-06:00

We have had our 3 grandsons for 4 days while David and Emily had the awesome opportunity to take 25 people to PASSION this last weekend. She will probably post about that! But as I was putting things away, I had to smile with all these books. All 3 of the boys love to read and they will go and get an armful. It seems we will never finish the pile at night (some books have to be shortened! shhh!) But oh, what precious memories! And most of the books have their daddy or uncles' name in them. Graham loves to read and when he gets finished, he turns around and lays his head on your shoulder and wants to be rocked and sung to. And the bananas, that is one thing that I know they will eat at Gigi's!!!

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee Christmas

2010-12-29T19:39:00.008-06:00

Look how tall they are!

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Packing food bags

2010-12-08T21:26:00.002-06:00

This is a ministry that Mama & Papa enjoy. Our church packs food bags for children at a local school to take home on Friday. It was brought to our attention that there were a number of children that don't get fed on weekends. This was today, Wednesday, while Mama was in Charlotte with Susan. Papa's always in charge of the "Beanie Weenies" and he has been known to take some leftovers home!

Gigi's best birthday presents - Grandsons!

2010-12-06T16:47:00.003-06:00

Photography by Uncle John. These little stuffed animals are special because when Papaw Gossett was alive I would take these to HarborChase and they sing and dance and it would bring many smiles to the residents. Yesterday was so much fun with Graham. He was fascinated with these animals.

Basketball Season

2010-12-04T07:29:00.001-06:00

Orange Beach, AL Getaway

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Promised - Sweet Pics

2010-11-14T21:17:00.004-06:00

Start of game

Start of second half

Seth, You are awesome! We enjoyed watching you play! Melanie, got some even "sweeter" pics. I'll post them later. Now it's time for basketball!

Today is Huddy's birthday!

2010-11-13T16:41:00.002-06:00

He turned 3! He had a fun time at Chuck E. Cheese this morning! We love our huddy buddy!

What a great ride!

2010-11-13T16:40:00.002-06:00

We lost last night, but it has been so much fun. Making it to Second Round Play-offs was awesome! I'll post some sweet pics later!!!

Second Round Playoffs Tonight!!

2010-11-12T08:02:00.000-06:00

Thank you, Veterans

2010-11-11T14:54:00.003-06:00

Gigi, Papa Ward, John David and Hudson went to the Veterans Day Parade! I enjoyed explaining this to my grandsons and telling them about their great granddaddy Ward - Papa was one of those army men! I ended up saying this was a "Thank you Day" and in the back seat we heard, "Thank you, Papa!"

Papa said that machine gun at the top of the tank was the same kind he had in Korea.

We are so proud of Kyle!

2010-11-11T06:37:00.002-06:00

Kyle has 2 more regular season games - Coastal Carolina this weekend and Stony Brook next weekend and then Liberty is in play-offs! Go #19!

Westminster Who?

2010-11-06T09:10:00.004-05:00

I think they know who we are NOW! Second round play-offs in Sulligent, AL next Friday night!

We did it!

2010-11-05T22:23:00.002-05:00

Westminter 28
Lexington 12
Off to 2nd round!!

Historical Night!

2010-11-04T11:51:00.002-05:00

For the first time in history of Westminster, tomorrow night, Friday, Nov. 5, we are hosting the first round of play offs! Exciting times! This being Seth's senior year, it is special all around and for Mama and Papa to experience this with us is such a blessing!

Homecoming 2010

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Homecoming 2010

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Homecoming 2010

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Homecoming Week 2010

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Friday: Color Day - Seniors - Black, Seth is on Homecoming Court tonight. Go #19

Homecoming Week 2010

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Thursday: Character Day - Jim from the OFFICE, another FCA officer is going to be Pam!

Homecoming Week 2010

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Wednesday: Wildcat Day, Each class given a letter and you have to dress like something that starts with that letter. Senior's have W. So Seth is Waldo!

Homecoming Week 2010

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Tuesday: Senior Citizens Day

Homecoming Week 2010

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Monday: Tacky Day!!

Just long enough to eat EGGS!

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Scott, Susan, Adam, Greta and Will (Nat in Hawaii) came through Friday night to see Seth's game, then off to T'town for the Florida/Bama game. I didn't get many pics but I did get this....do you think Will is related to Papa Ward????

One Hot Soccer Mom!

2010-09-10T10:56:00.005-05:00

When David and Emily were married 5 years ago, in the ceremony they had to tell (wrote it ahead of time) about each other. David ended his by saying, "One day she is going to be one hot soccer mom!" And it came true!!

His cheering section was from Scott all the way down to the teen in the white stripe shirt!

He scored 3 times! These are his "adopted" big brothers! And they are such a blessing!

Alabama Football - Roll Tide!

2010-09-07T20:08:00.002-05:00

Graham stayed with Mama & Papa in the apartment but.....

the big boys went! It was Hudson's time to get a jersey. He was so happy with his #22!

Fun, Fun Day!!

Sweet Westminster Win!

2010-09-07T20:04:00.002-05:00

Go #19

#19 - Great Holder!!

Friday, we won in Double over time. We were so proud of Seth!

Fun Field Trip, Guess Where?

2010-09-02T15:07:00.005-05:00

Botanical Garden - They still have the treehouses and now they have all kinds of scarecrows! John David and Hudson brought along some friends, Sienna and Sydney.

We love to spend time in the butterfly house and watch the turtles!

The twins really enjoyed the canaries.

After we had spent 2 hours, all 4 climbed in the wagon we were carrying our snacks in and said, "We're tired!" I knew it was time to head home!

Katie and Leigh Anna, Look who was visiting!

2010-08-15T06:55:00.000-05:00

Are You Ready for Some Football?

2010-08-10T15:41:00.003-05:00

Papa's football tickets came in yesterday!!

First Day of His Last Year of High School!

2010-08-09T07:09:00.001-05:00

Seth, May you listen to God's voice to shine for HIM!

Fun Day at Bridge Street

2010-07-31T08:30:00.006-05:00

Mama Ward and Gigi took the "big boys" to play in the fountains at Bridge Street and then had some yogurt. It was a hot morning and we had to find some shade. John David and Hudson were eating yogurt and Hudson would get tickled at anything JD would say- "Are you silly?" ...here's a little blurb.....

Sweet Words

2010-07-30T10:36:00.002-05:00

Our baby turned 18 on July 28!!! We are so proud of him. His senior year will be exciting for all!

New Wedding Pictures

2010-07-09T06:47:00.001-05:00

Here are some pictures that were shot by a second photographer and they are awesome!http://jfordphoto.blogspot.com/

Something sweet tonight

2010-07-08T22:31:00.003-05:00

Tonight everyone else was on the sun porch watching the "LeBron News" and Papa and JDP were last seen playing solitare on the computer in Mama and Papa's house. About an hour later we went looking for them and they were fine - rocking and watching DISNEY.

John turned 25!!

2010-07-08T22:26:00.002-05:00

Some things you just don't want to wipe off

2010-07-05T15:42:00.000-05:00

After a recent visit from the grandsons!

John and Melanie's Wedding

2010-06-18T07:25:00.002-05:00

Our family just had a wonderful celebration of John and Melanie's wedding on June 6, 2010. I don't have any pictures yet, but check out my niece's blog. She got some great shots! Thanks, Natalie!!
http://adamandnat.blogspot.com/2010/06/gossett-wedding-and-6-year-anniversary.html

Our True American Hero

2010-05-26T06:47:00.007-05:00

Attis' Son - Dwight

Papa was holding the flag for Bennett's widow, Jeane. She asked Papa to escort her during the service.

The video is at the burial at Kentucky Veterans Cemetary. It was a full military service.

Papa spoke at the funeral. He did a great job. These were his notes, but he didn't say it "word for word". I have a video of his 5 minute speech, but it is too long to put on here.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" This is exactly what A. Bennett did for me, J. Ward, 59 years ago. Attis and I were serving in the Korean War together and on April 24, 1951 enemy fire came upon us and I hit the fox hole and Attis fell on top of me. He got the bullet wounds and I didn't get a scratch. I feel he saved my life that day. Attis was a brave soldier and served our country well. We lost contact with each other for 50 years and miraclously the Lord reunited us and I was able to be a part of A. Bennett Day in 2007 where he received all the medals he deserved. For the past three years we have enjoyed spending some good times together, sharing our memories of the war with laughter and tears. I will always thank the Lord for what Attis did for me on the hill in Korea. The Lord is good all the time!

(Ghost Writer, Jean Ward)

Fun Pre-Wedding Weekend

2010-05-17T08:16:00.003-05:00

"Flying" trip to Florida

2010-05-09T07:01:00.007-05:00

Mom and dad's former pastor, Dr. Pyle, passed away and we attended the funeral on Friday. They were there in Panama City, FL for about 5 years(1958-196 , before moving to Charlotte) and so much of our (Ward Family) Christian heritage foundation is because of this godly man and his wife, Queen Esther.

No oil spotted yet!

Papa drew up and supervised this construction of these first 4 school rooms at Central in 1959 - the beginning of our Christian education. Susan went to 5K - 2nd grade here.

We left Huntsville on Thursday morning, attended the funeral and then left Panama City Friday at 12:30 pm and drove - "flew" to Tampa to surprise Sharon on her opening night of her play - "Fiddler on the Roof". We arrived at 7:30 pm, just missing a little. It was fabulous. Sharon is amazing! She was the director and this as one of her assistant's said, "This is the pinnacle of Sharon's productions." She had live orchestra for the first time! Truly it was amazing! We drove back all day on Saturday and arrived home around 7:00 pm - Well worth the trip!!! Thank you, Lord, for safety! My Mother's Day gift to Mama Ward!!!