Where The Orange Blossoms Grow...: A.C.E. South Florida Jr. Convention

Friday, March 4, 2011

A.C.E. South Florida Jr. Convention

Margaret and C.J. did so well in all of the events they competed in at Jr. State! Margaret got 2nd place in her Female Solo out of 11 soloists. They both got 1st place in their Vocal Duet, "Oh How I Love Jesus."
They were even asked to do a special command performance in front of the audience at the evening rally!
Their team got 2nd place in Bible Bowl. They competed in lots of other events, but those were the highlights :)
They did very well for deciding to go at the last minute! Here are some pictures of the weekend. We big kids enjoy it as much as anyone...Our Jr. State years are over. Now we get to have all the fun ;o)
Anyways, y'all enjoy and may the Lord bless you!

The contestants. :)

Deeda running the 100 meter dash.

"There is a Redeemer"

A VERY talented handbell choir.

Patriarchs and Matriarchs. :o)

CJ's guitar solo, "Ode to Joy"

The diligent composition judges. :o)

We stopped at the beach since we were so close. The men did some fishing and everyone else put their feet in the water. :)

(Except Will who put his whole body in it...)

My lovely sissy. :o)

Cute little Bubba. ;o)

The Lord bless you and Keep you! Thanks for stoppin' by. :)

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AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 12:36 PM
What a cute post Mary! You really take awesome pictures. <3
Sadie
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The Miller FamilyMarch 4, 2011 at 2:27 PM
Fun, fun, fun! Congratulations to C.J. and Margaret, we're very proud of them.

Love,

The Millers
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The Stricklen FamilyMarch 6, 2011 at 6:50 PM
William was SO proud standing up there with Miss Carolyn! "I'm a WINNER!" he kept saying :) You can see it on his face.

Sweet post, Mary! Thanks.

Love,
Mama
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The Stricklen FamilyMarch 6, 2011 at 6:52 PM
BTW - I am so proud of Margaret and CJ! They did a great job and the entire time with sweet friends and family was so enjoyable.
God bless Orange Avenue and all those dear people for hosting us!

Also, loved the picture of Callie at the ocean!
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BonnieMarch 7, 2011 at 7:21 AM
Your photos always bring back such warm memories, Mary! Thanks for the post -- it's beautiful!
Grandmother
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Whiddon FamilyMarch 9, 2011 at 5:52 AM
Great job Margaret and CJ! Love all the pictures Mary~ especially the beach ones. We enjoy all your blog work. :-D

Love,
Laney~
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The DischersMarch 25, 2011 at 7:31 AM
Well, the tradition lives on! Way to go Margaret and CJ and Andrew - oh! and William too - for representing Community Christian Academy :) I am very proud of you all! And there are sweet Grand-mama and Granddaddy and the Mamas and the Daddies faithfully there making it all happen.

The beach pics are gorgeous. Callie - did you make that cute outfit? Love it!

Aunt Beth
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The Orange Blossom Song

I want to wake up in the morning where the orange blossoms grow,
Where the sun comes creepin' into where I'm sleepin',
and the song birds say hello.

I want to wander over yonder, Pick the fruit that's hanging low,
I want to make my home in Florida where the orange blossoms grow.

I want to wake up in the morning where the ocean breezes blow,
I want to cast my line on the falling tide,
Where the tarpon swim below.

I love the sunshine and the beaches, where the palms sway to and fro,
I want to make my home in Florida where the orange blossoms grow.

I want to wake up in the morning where the Spanish moss hangs low,
Where the gators swim through the Everglades,
And the grand old live oaks grow.

I love the wildwoods, and the cities, and the friends I've come to know.
I want to make my home in Florida where the orange blossoms grow.

I want to wake up in the morning where the orange blossoms grow,
Where the sun comes creepin' into where I'm sleepin',
and the song birds say hello.

I want to wander over yonder, Pick the fruit that's hanging low,
I want to make my home in Florida where the orange blossoms grow.

Here Is Home

Here is home, my blessed home.
Florida is her name.
God’s Providence has brought me here,
So here I will remain.

Here is home, my beautiful home,
Where God's creation sings
About the mighty power and grace
Of Jesus Christ our King.

Here is home, where in the Spring
The orange blossoms bloom,
And fill my senses to the brim
With their sweet perfume.

I love to hear the honey bees
Buzzing with all their might.
I love the clear, blue, cloudless sky,
And radiant stars at night.

Here is home, where Summer comes
With its burning heat,
Relentlessly providing us
With bugs and burning feet.

But when the Lord provides us
With a gentle shower,
It lifts the weary, wilted head
Of every wildflower.

Here is home, where in the Fall,
I don my scarves and sweater,
But really I don’t need them.
Cotton would do better.

No Autumn leaves are falling.
The trees are still quite green,
But a crisp, cool breeze is blowing,
And the days grow short, it seems.

Here is home, where Winter comes.
It's not so very cold,
But how I love to dig in the sand
My numb and barefoot toes!

In wintertime I love to eat
An orange from the tree.
Such a sweet and sticky treat.
Quite a delicacy!

Here is home where I am proud
To be a humble part
Of Florida's great, rich history,
And hold it near my heart.

The land on which I've tromped and played,
The Spanish settlers roam'd.
They called this place the “Land of Flowers,”
And here they made their home.

When war broke out between the States,
We proved our loyalty
To the precious Southern cause,
For God and Liberty!

Some folks call us “Florida Crackers.”
I'm proud to hold that name.
My ancestors were proud as well,
To call themselves the same.

Here is home, My home, sweet home,
Where life is at it's best.
Every day I thank the Lord,
For I am truly blessed!

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Friday, March 4, 2011

A.C.E. South Florida Jr. Convention

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