This weekend was filled with Puffenbarger family events, beginning with the celebration of Jarrod's grandparents' (MomMom and PopPop) 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday.
(They were married on August 17, 1948)
What a special time to celebrate their lives and their marriage. It was evident that these two special people have touched the lives of many generations of people who knew they could turn to their door for love, 
affection, and food. :) Many memories and smiles were shared at this party, complete with the entire group singing "Almost Heaven, West Virginia" (for those Puffenbarger roots), and reciting the words to "The Has Been" by Steve & Annie Chapman - a really cute song about how the husband "has been" faithful and true to his wife :). MomMom and PopPop have passed on a rich Christian heritage to the generations that follow them, as they have prayed for and invested in so many lives. They are truly a blessing and an example of faithfulness to all who know them.
After a memorable celebration, we proudly displayed their anniversary banner on their back porch so that all who pass by could recognize their accomplishment as well.
On Sunday, we got together with a large amount of people claiming ties to the Puffenbarger family for their annual Labor Day family reunion. It was the first time for this event to take place in Bridgewater VA, but Oakdale Park turned out to be a fantastic location.
I enjoyed seeing and meeting many of Jarrod's extended family, to catch us with some we hadn't seen in a while, and to enjoy the enormous amounts of tasty food! I was even able to learn a bit about the Puffenbarger roots and geneology! :) Who knew all the different ways one spelled our last name back in those German roots - how interesting to see such a progression... and to think were we ended up! :)
Of course, with any picnic, it is never complete without lawn games -- and we had several grueling matches of "washers" with Jarrod's cousin Tiffany and her fiancee Jarid, as well as an extensive game of frisbee golf... in which we watched Jarrod and his brother Joe battle it out for the first place title... the rest of us were just playing for fun. ;) It was sad to say goodbye as the afternoon came to a close - but we hope it won't be for too long.
(They were married on August 17, 1948)
What a special time to celebrate their lives and their marriage. It was evident that these two special people have touched the lives of many generations of people who knew they could turn to their door for love, 
affection, and food. :) Many memories and smiles were shared at this party, complete with the entire group singing "Almost Heaven, West Virginia" (for those Puffenbarger roots), and reciting the words to "The Has Been" by Steve & Annie Chapman - a really cute song about how the husband "has been" faithful and true to his wife :). MomMom and PopPop have passed on a rich Christian heritage to the generations that follow them, as they have prayed for and invested in so many lives. They are truly a blessing and an example of faithfulness to all who know them.
After a memorable celebration, we proudly displayed their anniversary banner on their back porch so that all who pass by could recognize their accomplishment as well.
On Sunday, we got together with a large amount of people claiming ties to the Puffenbarger family for their annual Labor Day family reunion. It was the first time for this event to take place in Bridgewater VA, but Oakdale Park turned out to be a fantastic location.
I enjoyed seeing and meeting many of Jarrod's extended family, to catch us with some we hadn't seen in a while, and to enjoy the enormous amounts of tasty food! I was even able to learn a bit about the Puffenbarger roots and geneology! :) Who knew all the different ways one spelled our last name back in those German roots - how interesting to see such a progression... and to think were we ended up! :)
Of course, with any picnic, it is never complete without lawn games -- and we had several grueling matches of "washers" with Jarrod's cousin Tiffany and her fiancee Jarid, as well as an extensive game of frisbee golf... in which we watched Jarrod and his brother Joe battle it out for the first place title... the rest of us were just playing for fun. ;) It was sad to say goodbye as the afternoon came to a close - but we hope it won't be for too long.This was such a sweet weekend to connect with family before beginning the "daily grind" of work that begins this week. As we continue with our lives, we take with us this rich heritage - and hold tight to Psalm 100:5
"For the LORD is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations."
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I am not always a blogger-commenter but this one I couldn't pass up. When I read your wonderful blog (very well put together I might add) my heart swelled with joy and my eyes with tears as so many special memories flooded my mind. Yes, I am so grateful; for my parents (I know they are my in-laws but I consider them my "parents from the Lord"), my kids, my family, my roots, and mostly my faithful God. Thanks for all you did in prep for this week end and for showing such appreciation; ya make a momma proud! Hope this week is nervously exciting and not too "grinding" for you both. Love, Mom Puff<><
Psalm 61:5 "For You, O God, have heard my vows; for you have given me the heritage of those who fear Your name"
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