Ma and Pa Hoppy Go to Mexico!

On Sunday, Keith and I left for a trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico...just the two of us! The resort where we are staying is called Valentin Imperial Maya. Although we hated to leave the girls behind, it's been very nice sitting by the beach, swimming, reading, listening to our iPods, watching movies and sleeping! More than anything, it's been nice to spend some quiet, thinking time, observing God's beautiful nature and worshipping Him.

The food here has been interesting! Because it's a 5 star resort, the food is "fancy." They give you very small portions of food with very strange sounding names! We've been to a steak restaurant called Tierra, and a french restaurant called "El Alsace". Very odd food but the apple tart for dessert was the best we've had.

Of course, not all is well with the girls...nothing ever flows just right! Rachel is missing us and Lauren has had fever. Hopefully everything will stay OK with Hannah! We miss you girls so much and can't wait to see you on Friday. Many thanks to the O'Leary's, the Smith's and Jordan Hammack for being with our girls.

Below you'll see some pictures from our first two days here - we'll include more later.

One proud husband!!!

I can't tell you how proud of my family that I am. Today, my wife is teaching at Texas A&M Commerce. She was asked to help math and science teachers utilize technology in their classrooms and preparation time. What a great honor for Amy. She really is a remarkable teacher to both children and adults. I couldn't be more proud.
My girls have also made me extremely excited lately. Their grades are outstanding (except for Hannah's algebra, but she's working on it), they have excelled in athletics, community service and most importantly their faith. They are a joy to have.
I'm not sure why God has blessed me with such a great family, but I sure am thankful.
Signed,

A proud husband and dad!!!!