Chaney Bunch: November 2010

November 30, 2010

November and December misc.

The month of November brings about many occasions for our family. One of which is Thanksgiving.

THE MASSEY THANKSGIVING

This year, the Massey family celebrated Thanksgiving at our home in Kechi. This is Larry's family and friends

Brian's family and friends...

and Mom and Dad.

SARAH'S CHURCH CHRISTMAS PARTY

Sarah had a party at the church with several of the girls her age. They did many activities, exchanged cookies, played games, made pizza, and exchanged Christmas ornaments.

HANNAH'S TIME AT THE STABLES

Hannah has been enjoying her riding lessons, but has also been able to help out at the stables with riding the boarded horses, and working some of the stable owned horses. She's enjoying this time.

THE CHRIS CHANEY FAMILY THANKSGIVING

The Chris Chaney family celebrated Thanksgiving with a "seafood dinner" this year. It was a little untraditional, but went over well.

Daniel and Amanda

Some of the family...

Listening as Dad shares what God has shown him in His Word this year.
Several shared God's blessings.

OUR FIRST SNOW

GRANDSON JONATHAN TURNS 1!

Jonathan celebrated his 1st birthday; Grandma got cookies...

Ethan is happy to help.

Opening presents.

Again...Ethan is happy to help!

I got BOOTS!

YOUTH SYMPHONY CONCERT

We all enjoyed the music at the Youth Symphony concert in November. Here, Daniel is helping Amanda set up her harp.

Sarah in the Repertory Orchestra

Hannah in the Youth Symphony Orchestra

Our lives are BUSY but full...of blessings.

November 6, 2010

Sarah's Photo Shoot

At the same time as Hannah, Sara Flora also took photos of our Sarah for her birthday.

I look forward to updating my family photo wall.

Sarah's Suprise birthday party

Little did Sarah know, that the photo shoot was actually a surprise party for her birthday!

The girls crept up behind her and yelled "surprise!"

"Hannah, you knew about this!"

She was very surprised!

At the park

enjoying cake and cookies

Turning 14 years old

They played some volleyball, then played on the playground equipment.

"I think this tunnel was meant for someone a little shorter than me!"

sliding 2x2

I'm not sure what the purpose of this apparatus is.

Sarah and Abigail

The girls posed for some photos

...and some more group shots

What shall we do with her?

interesting formation

a few more snacks

Happy birthday Sarah!

Girls' photo shoot- together

Much to my delight, Sara Flora also took photos of the 2 girls together at the park.

Here are just a few of the shots...

Okay, now we're getting a little goofy.

hats off!

stop, or I'll shoot!

What? We have to cook dinner????!!!!

even girls can wrestle, it just looks a little different

those wagging tongues!

throwing caution to the wind!

peek-a-boo

Sisters forever!

Thanks again Sara. You have a talent!

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.