Chaney Bunch: July- Time with family... Kevin Chaney's rehearsal and dinner

August 2, 2010

July- Time with family... Kevin Chaney's rehearsal and dinner

The rehearsal was at Country Lake Estates clubhouse in Fort Mill South Carolina

It was a beautiful outdoor setting.

The kids played classical selections, chosen by Gabriela for the prelude and the ceremony.

Grandmama and Papa

A sudden storm began to blow in.

A vicious wind picked up...

The rehearsal ended quickly, and everyone made a mad dash into the clubhouse.

The remainder of the instructions were given in the lobby.

the rainstorm followed.

Kevin and his new in-laws

We all relocated to a Japanese steakhouse for the rehearsal dinner...which was a new experience for our family! Fun!

We all gathered around the table...

Facing our chef, who began with a little "acrobatic show!

Then he prepared our food.

We had such a good time playing a game of "catch it if you can!!"

Samuel and Charity trying chopsticks

The chef continued to put on a great show for us.

"We're supposed to pick up our food with these?"

Afterwards, there was a time of reflection, admonition, and encouragement, complete with tears and laughter. Gabby's extended family who were unable to travel from Brazil gave the couple their words of blessing through a video presentation. The composer of the video added English subtitles so that we Americans could understand. The messages were heartfelt, and filled with encouragement to follow the Lord.

Kevin and Gabby receiving a gift from Mike and Cindy.

Gabby and her father

a few new Brazilian friends

fun, conversation and fellowship after dinner- Samuel keeping his eye on Fabio ;-)...

You'll have to see the next post to know if the wedding was rained out, or whether they were able to have their outdoor wedding.

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Dan, Rebecca, Esther, Ruth and James Busenitz

Dan farms and raises cattle on the farm they purchased this year, and he and Rebecca are actively involved in music ministry in their church. Dan plays the banjo and bass, and enjoys hunting, softball, singing, and conducting orchestras and choirs. Rebecca composes Christian music, and teaches lessons in volin, viola and piano. She enjoys cooking, sewing and caring for the home and family. She and Dan also have recently started a home-based business with the "Herbalife" company. Esther's job is to expand her vocabulary and take care of little Ruthy and James; little Ruthy's job is to be cute, and excited about everything that she sees, both of which she has mastered! James is the spitting image of his father, and is as sweet as he can be.

Dave, Rachel, Ethan, and Jonathan Busenitz

Dave farms and raises cattle with his father, as well as farming, and is a skilled woodworker and guitarist. Rachel, in addition to caring for the home and children, enjoys crochet, quilting, scrapbooking and music. Little Ethan stays busy keeping them both hopping. Little Jonathan Seth is growing, and has a contagious smile and such a sweet disposition. Rachel miscarried a baby last fall, who they named Jamie. However, the Lord has seen fit to bless them once more, with a little girl due on December 3rd, her grandmother's birthday.

Daniel Chaney and Amanda Gerlach

Daniel, after meeting with Amanda's father for 2 months, was finally granted permission to begin courtship with the girl of his dreams on July 1, 2009. Daniel is a Senior at Wichita State University majoring in Accounting and finance, with a minor in economics. Daniel enjoys courting Amanda...but much to his dismay, there are other things that he must do. Therefore, he also works with Samuel on their lawn business. Daniel was offered and accepted a position that will start in January with Kennedy and Coe Accounting Firm. He plays the cello, banjo, classical guitar and sings, and is trying his hand at choral conducting, like his grandfather. Amanda is an angel, and if you doubt me, you should hear her play the harp! She enjoys scrapbooking, cooking for Daniel, and courtship night. She is very creative and has a real flair for the artistic. Daniel and Amanda are now engaged, and planning an August 6th wedding.

Hannah Chaney

Hannah is a senior in high school this year. She enjoys playing the violin and fiddle, piano, and mandolin. She teaches 3 violin and piano lessons each week. She is also in the first violin section of the Youth Symphony this year. She enjoys her time at home playing with and training her and Samuel's dogs. She also recently obtained 2 horses, which she trains and rides often. She began working at a local stables this summer, helping to teach young riders, choring, and training the lesson horses. Her other interests include sports, photography, outdoor activities, teasing her siblings, and family/friend get-togethers.

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August 2, 2010

July- Time with family... Kevin Chaney's rehearsal and dinner

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