I will remember 2022 as one of the most turbulent and yet one of the best years of my life. “Turbulent” due to our extraordinary national political and cultural situation – and so many people who are either oblivious or complicit !
Still, God continues to bless my family with His protection and provision. At home, we lack nothing! God has provided for us in amazing ways. We remain healthy with only the normal and minor aches and pains.
I enjoyed selecting pictures for this year’s annual “Christmas” page. When I look back at past years, I am amazing how quickly time passes. Breaking from past practice, I have included a couple of “historic” pictures.
Heidi and I look forward to the next Age – a time of peace, led by our Heavenly King.
But for now, let’s take a look at 2022.
2022 Review
Earl Rhodes Seipp (1929-2022)
In January, Earl suffered a stroke and passed away on February 5th. He was 92 years old. You can find his obituary HERE.
Family
Beto is serving in the US Navy as a corpsman and is stationed in Groton, CT. In February, he came here for his grandfather’s memorial service. We went up to Bear’s Den- one of his favorite places.
The family gathered on February 8th for Earl’s memorial service. After the service at Carroll Lutheran Village, everyone went to Baugher’s Family Restaurant (one of Earl’s favorite places) for a meal. The cousins gathered for a picture: Doug, Tim, Eric, Glen, Mel, Pam, Robin, and Heidi
Here are my older sisters, Mary Karen and JoAnne when we were much younger, with mom and dad aboard the “glass-bottom boat” in Florida.
In August, I had an opportunity with reunite with Jo and Mary in Philadelphia for John Malatesta’s wedding.
Horses
Heidi broadcast a live stream commentary at the Devon Horse Show in SeptemberRuss did a short gig as “professional cameraman.”
Devon Horse show – September. Here is the “money shot”!
Heidi is excited about the Dutch Harness Horse breed. She purchased Milo (behind, facing left) a couple years agoWe saw a Dutch Harness Horse breeding show near Lancaster, PAMilo has been showing successfully for a couple years.
Travels
In March, we went to South Florida..and did the typical tourist traps…like air boats in the Everglades!
Raleigh, NC in June....having fun at a local art museumLancaster, PA at “Sight & Sound” theater
My beautiful wife relaxing before dinner.
Just a sample of the many appointments Heidi had judging all around the Country.
Seeing the Middleburg Hunt off on Thanksgiving Day
Dancing in Old Town Alexandria
Kitchen and House Remodeling
It only took 18 years!demolitionMarvin and his crew did a great job !
Heidi at work on the closetThis was a 3-week renovation after months of planning
Heidi works hard in her various garden spots…
the wildflower garden went daisy-crazy!
Mango
Heidi played golf a dozen times in 2022We are still stuck on Monopoly DealLCC food packing event
We regularly go to Re-Love It in Purcellville. This was the last day at their 21st Street location. Mike moved to West Main Street.In October, Heidi and Russ went to the annual Hospital sale. Edyie was one of the proprietors – she sells only the “high-end” stuff.Eating at the “picnic area – always fun!
Heidi takes as many shows near Houston as she can – This one was in October. Michelle spent most of 2022 planning for their first baby. I know they will make great parents!
That was Heidi’s license plate (“F8TH 1ST”) for a long time. Now it’s on the wall at Smokin’ Willie’sLCC sanctuary remodelingAfter 3 years of professional driving, Russ retired from VRT. It seems he can almost see his next career…… as a substitute teacher in a local private school.
Big News Comes in a Small Package!
Serafien was born on December 4th at their home. What a beautiful baby girl! We are so proud!
