Austin Stories


McKinney Falls State Park at Sunrise

McKinney Falls State Park at Sunrise What a treasure we have reacquainted ourselves with! We have been staying out at McKinney Falls when we have to come into Austin for treatment. The weather has gotten warmer and so we try to do some sort of exercise early in the morning; walking or yoga or a combination of both. It is nice to be outdoors in t...


Going to Guatemala!!

Over the past year and a half, I have had the privilege of helping to plant a new church in Austin Texas called Providence Church. Our focus on gospel-centrality has had a big impact on my life, and has motivated me to bless and serve others. Currently, we are exploring local partnerships in Austin and international partnerships in other countries ... o...


McKinney Falls State Park Lower Falls

McKinney Falls State Park Lower Falls Once again we decided to enjoy the peace, tranquility, beauty of McKinney Falls State Park. While we were in Galveston, the Austin area had enjoyed some nice rains and it was apparent when we bicycled over to the lower falls on Saturday morning. The falls were roaring, the pool full and water moving quite ra...


Surprising Biodiversity of McKinney Falls State Park

Surprising Biodiversity of McKinney Falls State Park What memories going to McKinney Falls State Park brought back to me! We went there quite often while we were still teaching after school to do a hike, have dinner and relax and then be ready for another day! Because it is already quite warm, we got ourselves a electric campsite. Having a state...