Sunday, May 15, 2011

Praising God!

WOW! It seems so overwhelming to think the auction is done.  It was so much fun and we were blessed beyond what we could have ever imagined. We know we are going where God wants us to go, but times like the auction really confirm that we need to keep taking each step day by day in the way God leads. We can not take one step without Him leading the way.  It is sometimes so hard stepping out and not knowing where or how you are going to get there, but God calls us to trust in HIM!

We have so many people to thank for making the night a success. We thank the team of people that helped us organize the night, we couldn't have done it with out you! We thank Ray and Randy for doing a great job auctioning. We also thank the people that showed up to help when we didn't even realize we needed help and then realized that we couldn't have done it without you. We thank our kid's teachers for putting up with our incredible tired children and still loving them. We thank people who brought us meals that were so delicious, but the best part is that it brought our family together for a meal during a really busy week!
We thank everyone who came to the auction and made it so much fun! We were overwhelmed by the number of people who came. We were overwhelmed by everyone's generosity. We thank everyone who donated items that we could auction! It was amazing to see people come around us and support us in this way. We thank all who brought desserts so we could call it an extravaganza!
We thank our parents and family who have supported us through this all, even though it sometimes makes them really sad!

As you can see the thanks are never ending! I am sure that I missed many people, but thank-you to all who made it possible, but mostly we thank God for His provision. He knew the beginning to the end!













Here are some pictures of the night! Enjoy!

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Auction Update

Below is an updated Auction Catalog.

Tiesenga Auction
Friday, May 13th
Silent Auction 6:30
Live Auction 7:00
The "Rock"
2456 84th St, Byron Center, MI

Ugandan Store
Magazine Necklaces, Karamajong Necklaces, Bracelets, Earrings
Ugandan Coffee
5x7 or 4x6 Ugandan photos
Potholder with photo- made by the blind
All store items are cash/check and carry.

And

Don't miss your opportunity for a IPAD 2 with 3G.
It is $10 for 1 ticket or $30 for 5 tickets.
We will draw a winner during the evening!



(2) Hanging Flower Baskets - Donated by Terry Schut Greenhouses

1 Hour Massage from Meteora Massage.  She will come to your house -  Donated by Amy Zomerli Lopez

Tina Vink Photography Package-Free Session($100 value) Expires 12/31/11

Ugandan Multi Colored Purse

Birthday Party for 12 with Jodi Vis- includes 25pc. Candy bouquet, 12 cupcake pokers and 12 party favors.

Restored Sewing Stand - Donated by Ed & Ginny Gates

(3) Featherlocks Clipped in Hair - Donated   by Tammy Orr

1 Dozen Farm Fresh Eggs for a Month in June, July and August 2011 - Donated by Sam Tillema

Ugandan (10) Piece Teak Navity Set

Dinner & a Movie - $ 50.00 Macaroni Grill Certificate- Donated by Chelsea Westra and $ 45 Refillable Popcorn Bucket from Celebration Cinema.  Must be used by October 2011 - Donated by Van Wingerden Kids 

Beach Bum Package-Everything you need for a day at the beach-Donated by VanDykes, VanKammens, O'Neal's, Hoekmans, Bultjes

(1) Homemade Pie - Donated Sherry TeHennepe

One Fertilizer Application - Donated by Dave Diekevers - Professional Fertilizer & Hydroseeding.  This item has a $ 50 minumim bid.

Enjoy a 2 or 3 Night Stay at a Cottage on   Englewright Lake in Newcosta, Michigan (Near Big Rapids).  This wonderful cottage not far from home.  Comfortable sleeps 6 people.  Donated by Ed & Gen Riekena

Ugandan Hand Carved Ebony Nativity Statue
24" Deck Box with Flowers - Donated by Chuck and Darlene Grasman
Garmin Nuvi 1300 GPS - Donated by Anonymous

Dried Food Basket - Donated by Van Drunen Farms

Lenovo Laptop Computer- 2048 MB- Windows 7

Ugandan Moses Basket

Hand Crafted Wood Accent Table - Donated by Ed Gates

Antique Amish Blue and White Quilt. Made   in Indiana in 1912.  Dated in Center - Donated by Elaine Tiesenga

Ugandan Ebony Small Bread Bowls  

Pool party includes 3 hours of fun, snacks, and drinks.  Great for kids birthday party.  Maxiumum of 12 people.  - Donated by Chris & Kristy Van Wingerden
Outdoor Glass Top Coffee Table with (2) Cushion Chairs.  Previously owned - Donated by Chuck and Carol Mackus

Large Ugandan Drum

Cinnamon Rolls.  One roll will have a $ 20 inside - Donated by Char Troost

(2) Hanging Flower Baskets - Donated by Mark & Natalie Christians

6 Hour Labor Handy Man Household Project.  Includes $ 100 in Supplies - Donated by Randy Van Dyke

A day of boating with the Diekevers to include - up to 5 people for up to 4 hours- wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakeskate, wakesurf, tubing and barefoot

Ugandan (12) Piece Ebony Navity Set

1 Night at Quigley Bed and Breakfast.  Includes night time snack and morning breakfast.  Gun range on property.  Located in Hudson, Michgian - Donated by Jack and Choyce Quigley

Large Flat Screen Television - Donated by   Anonymos

(2) Tickets to U of M Football Game - Game 3, Section15, Row 52, Seats 1&2
Contact Person Glen Vander Kooi

Classicor brand 11 piece stainless steal cookware set with non-stick frypans - Retails for $160.  Donated by Northgate Appliance
Black Distressed Entertainment Center.  Previously owned - Donated by Jay and Sara O'Neil
1 Hour Airplane Ride - Donated by Chris Van Wingerden

Head & Tails Game - Winner will receive I-Pod Touch.  $ 10 to play

20" Patio Pot with Flowers - Donated by Chuck and Darlene Grasman

Homemade Pies - Donated by Deb Offinga.  1 pie has $ 10 Branns Gift Certificate.

Ugandan Karamajon Seat with Photo

Thule Bicycle Roof Rack(2) Bigmouth Upright Bicycle Carriers (2) 65" Square Load Bars with End Caps, #430 Tracker II Footpack, Modified TK1 Tracker II kit, #300 Gutter footpack - donated by anonymos - minimum bid $200

Handmade Baby Blanket with Sweater - Donated by Grandma Hoogeveen (Tanya's Grandma)
"Hot Rod Ice Cream Cruise" - A trip for 2 cruising down the country roads of West Michigan, stopping for photos and reflections, then on to the Ice Cream Parlor of yesteryear.  Donated by Christian Rodders of West Michigan

2 loaves of Homemade Sourdough Bread

Ugandan Ebony Bread bowl

Kwantes Landscaping  Trees - Two- 2 inch Caliper Red Sunset Maples delivered and planted ($400 value)

Date Night Package includes a Free Night of Babysitting, Logan $ 25 gift Certificate, (2) Cinema Movie Tickets, $ 5 Quality Car Wash.  Donated by Amy, Brianna, and Seth Van Dyke

Kindle with Case - Donated by Ray and Sherry Kloostra
Ugandan Hand Carved Ebony Lord's Supper
"Midwest Famous" Pecan Rolls - Donated by Linda Zylstra (Tanya's Mom)

BOB Yak plus Bicycle Trailer- minimum bid   $250 donated by anonymos

Antique Yellow Quilt,  50 Year Old.  Some Prints from Feed Sacks.   Fits Full Size Bed - Donated by Elaine Tiesenga

Tom Tom GPS

Western Red Bird Feeder, Pole, and Bird Food - Donated by John Grasman

Ugandan Basket Set of (3) Inside Each Other.   Hand Woven From Banana Leaves - Donated by Anonymos
(6) White Cap Game Vouchers for 2011 Season.  Available for any game - Donated by Gordon Food Service

Autograph minature helmet of Gordie Howe

Steak Dinner with Roedemas for 4- includes dinner and a babysitter

Ugandan Coffee

Sue Jonker Photography Family or Portait   Package

Canon Rebel XT Digital Camera.  $ 700 Value - Donated by Anonymous

Ugandan Hand Carved Ebony Nativity/Wise Men Statue

Flower Stand- Donated by Ed Gates 

Mystery Box - Handcrafted Wooden Box with Unknown Dining  Certificate and a
Ugandan Artifact- Donated by Ed Gates

Ugandan Small Drum

Guitar Package - 2 Guitars 1997 Fender Tex-Mex Strat Special, Early 80's Electra X260 Invicta, 2 bags and 2 straps, Effects Pedal, Amplifier, Double Guitar Stand, 30 ft Cable, and 12 sets of Strings. Miniumum Bid $500

Autograph Card with Puck of Nicklas Lidstrom

Tune up on Push Mower, Oil Change, Clean Air Filter, Sharpen Blades, Surface Cleaning - Donated by Lee Wassink

Tin of Almond Bars - Donated by Elaine Tiesenga

Ugandan Knife with Sheath

Car Wax - Donated by Marv Hibma

2 Hours of House Cleaning on mutually agreed upon Tuesday - early afternoon. This can include cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning windows, laundry, dishes and more - Donated by Tiffany Root

Ugandan Oval Bowl

Autograph Card with Ball of Alan Trammell

Individual Piece Nativity set - 16 pieces
Corvette Use for Weekend.  Must be used by September 30 2011.  Must be 25 years old with valid drivers license.  Approx. 500   miles  - Donated by Van Wingerdens

Wooden Doll House/Book Shelf - Donated by Randy Van Dyke

Mountain Bike package- 2001 Gary Fisher   Paragon GS Excellent condition, barely used,(never off road). Comes with Giro E2 Helmet, Echowell F1 Cyclocomputer, Pearl Izumi Gloves, Shimano SH- M036Wwith SPD cleats (size 6), Pro Pump minimum bid $400

Uganadan Multi Colored Bag

Ugandan Banana Leaf Nativity

Personal Massage, Orthopedic Pillow and Lombar Pillow - Byron Center Chiropractics (Dr. Ryan and Kelly Thorton)

(4) Tickets to Detroit Tigers Game vs. LA Angels Friday July 29 with Tiger Den Access Pass and Parking Pass

Ugandan Ebony Large Round Bowl

Blackburn 3-level Magnetic Resistance Trakstand- Indoor Bicycle Trainer- minimum bid $80

(4) Horse Back Riding Lessons for Beginner for 1 Hour.  Learn to groom, tack up a horse, horse safty, to walk and trot.  Location 1057 Homrich - Donated by Karen Van Sweden

Autograph Picture of Al Kaline

Ugandan Ebony Candle Stick Holder Set

(2) Hanging Flower Baskets - Donated by Terry Schut Greenhouses

I-Pad Drawing
Silent Auction Items
Church Candy Bucket- Assortment of candy in a tin bucket- Donated by Deb Offringa

Set of Homemade Greeting Cards-Donated by: Lynette Brander

Aeropostale Sweatshorts - yellow- size medium - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Aeropostale Button Down Sweater - Purple, pink, grey and white striped - Size XL - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Aeropostale Zip-up Sweater -grey and magenta, size medium - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Aeropostale Sweater- multi-colored striped-size XL - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Aeropostale Sweater-purple crew button-down-size XL - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Aeropostale Sweater-Turquoise crew button-down-size XXL - Donated by: Grant and Cherie Zondervan

Small hand-crafted pillow stitching reads "Home is where the heart is"-Donated by: Anonymous

Creative Memoires Package (includes stickers, paper and 12X12 book)- Donated by: Cherie Zondervan

Kids crayola package (includes a stationary set and mosaic making kit) Donated by: Cherie Zondervan

Kids craft package (includes window art kit and neon color explosion kit)-Donated by: Cherie Zondervan

12-Inch Hanging basket- Donated by: Chuck Grasman

Set of 3 Decorative bird houses for indoors (2 are from Eastern Floral and Gifts)- Donated by: Ed and Ginny Gates

Homemade Raspberry Jams- donated by Ken and Mary Visser

HP Photosmart printer and scanner - Donated by: Anonymous

Amway cleaning products (includes a variety of household cleaning supplies) Donated by: Jim and Charisse Bos

Byron Community center 1-month free membership - Donated by B.C. Comm. Center

YMCA 1 month free membership - Donated by YWCA

Kentucky fried chicken gift certificate for $10.00 - Donated by : KFC

Knitted baby blanket-Donated by: Nelvina   Ilbrink

Assorted toy Package - Donated by Anonymous

Assorted sports Package - Donated by Anonymous

Mary Kay Timewise Cleanser and Moisturizer  - Donated by:  Jen Huyser

Tin of homemade chocolate chip cookies -   Donated by: Elaine Tiesenga


Chicago Cubs Koyie Hill autographed- Donated by: Chicago cubs

Hayden Lambson Deer Painting (signed print #305/5500) - Donated by: Brian Waterway

"Slightly used" 18 gauge air brad nailer - Donated by Randy Van Dyke

"Slightly used" router - Donated by: Randy Van Dyke

Bagel Beanery- Two sandwich coupons- donated by Bagel Beanery

Quilted flower wall hanging and cross stitch windmill wall hanging - Donated by:  Elaine Tiesenga

Amway Artistry Beauty  Products- donated by Jim and Charise Bos

Small Ugandan basket- 2 Bagel Beanery Sandwich coupons

Small Ugandan basket- Small bag of Ugandan Coffee

3 Rusk Shampoo- donated by Anonymos

Pair of Ugandan kids sandals

Ugandan batik

Ugandan batik

3 Rusk Shampoo- donated by Anonymos

Ugandan nativity hut- made by disabled of   Uganda

Zane Grey Books- donated Grandpa Hoogeveen

Two Sisters Gourmet Food Basket by Partylite includes beer bread, Tropical Coconut Cheeseball,mild curry sauce, Asian simmer sauce, Outrageously Garlic Seasoning, and Over the Edge Spinach and Herb Seasoning- Value $50 donated by Stephanie Broekhuizen

Partylite - On the Rocks Glasses( set of 4)donated by Stephanie Broekhuizen

Partylite- Caramel Pear Brulee Candle - donated by Stephanie Broekhuizen

(2)Hanging Baskets donated by Mark Christians

Hanging Basket donated by Mark Christians

(2)Hanging Baskets donated by Terry Schut Greenhouses

$50 gift card to Eastern Floral- donated by Eastern Floral

Car Care Package Including: Dan Pfeiffer Maintenance Package Lube, Oil and Filter, Tire Rotation Car Wash- $ 40 Value; Anchor Auto Wash One Super Deluxe Wash

Multimedica Message Center - records and   plays back video and audio message, leaves notes on a Post-it or erasable white board - Donated by Cheri Zondervan

Byron Center Public (4) Family Pass to Season Athletic events - Donated by Byron Center Public

1 year family John Ball Park Zoo Membership.  This includes discounted/free rates for other United States Zoo - Donated by Anonymous

(1) Season Pass for South Christian Sports   - Donated by South Christian School

$ 50 CDR Rental Gift Certicate - Donated by CDR Rental

Hannah Montana Girls Package-donated by Ken and Mary Visser

Beach Bucket-donated by Ken and Mary Visser

Women's Basket with $25 at EMB Hair Salon- donated by Ken and Mary Visser

Baby Blanket-Pink- donated by Grandma Hoogeveen

Baby Blanket-Yellow- donated by Grandma Hoogeveen

Baby Blanket-Blue- Donated by Mom Tiesenga

Baby Blanket- white- donated by Mom Tiesenga

Homemade Strawberry Jam- Donated by Ken and Mary Visser

Print of Cardinal- donated by Brian Waterway

2 Coleman Voyager Folding Chairs