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27 Dec 2009

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LOFTIN
GENEALOGY
LINE

The
LOFTIN
Family
Tree

Savanna
(2000 - 2???)

Elizabeth
"Beth"
Ann
Loftin
(1976 - 20??)

Curtis
Dean
Loftin
(1953 - 20??)

Sam
William
Loftin
(1918 - 1979)

Alonzo
Lester
Loftin
(1876 - 1937)

William Alexander
Loftin
(1851 - 1939)

James
Franklin
Loftin
(1827 - 1864)

Thomas
Loftin
(1798 - 185?)

James
Loftin
(1768 - 1836)

John
Loftin
(1740 - 1793)

Cornelius
Loftin III
(1714 - 1785)

Cornelius
Loftin II
(1675 - 1735)

Cornelius
Loftin I
(1648 - 1735)

Leonard
"Laughton"
Loftin
(1610 - 1678)
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Savanna   Born: 2000, Hickory, NC     2009         MARCH 2009     Purim Celebration   The Seese family joined Beit Yeshua for their 2009 Purim Celebration.  Purim is the Biblical Festival that recounts how God used Queen Esther to save the Jewish people from the evil Haman.  Part of Beit Yeshua's Purim Celebration included a Parody Play.  Savanna & Ali's paternal grandfather, Curtis Loftin, writes and directs the Purim play each year.   The 2009 Purim Play was entitled "Purim Wars" and was a STAR TREK and STAR WARS parody of the Purim Story Cast Left to Right Mordechai Kenobi (Andy Melnyk), Princess Lei-Esther (Myrl Peeler), James T. Kirk'shuerus (Joe Melnyk), Queen Vashti (Susan Miles), Yoda  (Sam Melnyk), Darth Haman (Brad Seese), Zeresh (Melba Finley), R2D2 (Jeremy Eldridge)   The play is "impromptu" and parts are not memorized Cast are called up from the attendees   In 2009, Brad was called up to play the part of Darth Haman Cast is costumed as they come to the front of the room          Princess Lei-Esther invites James T. Kirk'shuerus and Darth Haman to a dinner she has prepared in their honor     At the dinner, Priness Lei-Esther reveals to James T. Kirk'shuerus that Darth Haman has planned to kill all the Jews in Persia-Media and Haman is killed instead   To see additional photos from the 2009 Purim Play, "Purim Wars": CLICK HERE         APRIL 2009     Passover Celebration   Beit Yeshua hosts a Pesach/Passover Seder each year at Covenant Bible Church in Lincolnton, NC, and the Seese family always attends the event that is led by Curtis Loftin and Doug Williams.   An Israeli-themed backdrop is used - as well as regular and low seating   Before the Seder begins, there is a time of Praise & Worship and Curtis leads the group in some Israeli Folk Dance   The Seder begins (Left to Right) Paul Miles, Curtis Loftin, Doug Williams, Chuck & Janice Anthony   Brad, Beth, Savanna and Alexandria always sit at the low tables   Savanna asked the Four Questions in 2009   Savanna and Alexandria taste the matza/unleavened bread ...   ... and recite the 10 Plagues   Beth Seese and Duke Peeler took photos for the Beit Yeshua website     For additional photos from the 2009 Pesach Seder: CLICK HERE       Yard Work at Poppi & Nonni's House   Savanna and Alexandria came over to Poppi & Nonni's house on 15 Apr 2009 and had the opportunity to help Poppi & Nonni put out mulch in the back yard.   Even at 6 years old, Ali was always willing to help out with chores around the house   Savanna offers some help, too   Savanna & Ali use their rakes to spread mulch in Great Granny Willie Loftin's yard     There was also some time for a little fun           MAY 2009     Covenant Kids   The Seese family has attended Covenant Bible Church in Lincolnton, NC, since 1999 - along with Curtis & Carolyn Loftin.  Covenant has a large children's program including a yearly Kid's musical.  This choral program from 17 May 2009 included both Savanna and Alexandria.   Savanna is on the right side - top row - green shirt - below the "YIELD" sign Ali is on the left side - middle row - red shirt - below the "Lincolnton" sign   Watching from the audience you can see the back of Beth's head (in yellow with camera), Brad (in gray shirt) and Carolyn (in lime green shirt) - Curtis was taking photos   A closer look at Savanna   Savanna had a solo in the performance - Ali on the left side watching her big sister   The kids choreography usually includes some American sign language           Octoberber 2009     Alexandria's 7th Birthday Party   On 11 October 2009, Beth & Brad hosted a birthday party at their house in Newton, NC, for Alexandria's 7th Birthday.  All the family was there - as well as lots of friends.   Alexandria & Savanna with their friends - as well as Great-Granny Willie Loftin and paternal grandmother JoAnn Seese Ali smiles so Poppi can take the first of many photos at her party   Alexandria opens her birthday cards and presents  while her friends watch   When you're 7, you like EVERYTHING   There was money inside a few of Ali's cards   There were lots of clothes from grandparents, aunts and uncles     TIME FOR CAKE AND DESSERT   "Happy Birthday, Alex"         December 2009     Christmas Day   The Loftin & Seese families got together for Christmas Day lunch.  After lunch, everyone went into the living room and started opening Christmas presents.   Nonni (Carolyn Loftin), Uncle Philip & Aunt Leslie Loftin, with Savanna and Alexandria   There was a "special" gift for each of the girls from Philip & Leslie   Savanna: "What is this?"   Little red bags that say "You've Been Naughty" containing lumps of coal But everyone knew that Philip & Leslie had only been kidding   Alexandria laughed and laughed   Then Uncle Philip & Aunt Leslie gave each of the girls a book bag/purse with their initials on it        Christmas Day Family Photos   Curtis & Carolyn, Brad & Beth, Savanna & Alexandria go over to Philip & Leslie's house each year for family photos.  In 2009, the photos were taken on Christmas Day, after lunch and presents.   (Top Row - Left to Right) Philip & Leslie, Beth & Brad (Bottom Row) Alexandria, Curtis & Carolyn, Savanna       A Sunday Visit to Poppi & Nonni's House   The Seese family came by Poppi & Nonni's house after church on the Sunday, Dec 27th.  Poppi took the following photos of Savanna.   A beautiful smile from a beautiful girl                Check Out All of The Pages For Savanna:     Savanna 2000 Savanna 2001 Savanna 2002 Savanna 2003 Savanna 2004 Savanna 2005 Savanna 2006 Savanna 2007 Savanna 2008 Savanna 2009 Savanna 2010 Savanna 2011 Savanna 2012 Savanna 2013 Savanna 2014 Savanna 2015 Savanna 2016 Savanna 2017 Savanna 2018 Savanna 2019 Savanna 2020     Dance 2003 - 2012 Murray's Mill - 2015         DEDICATION     Savanna, You were the "first" - the first granddaughter - and I was (and still am) so proud of you.  Spending time with you always bring joy and happiness into my life.  You have no idea just how special you are.  May you always follow the LORD and seek His direction for every choice in your life.  May you always have a close and personal relationship with Yeshua/Jesus - He's the only true source of joy and happiness.  I love you and always will.  Poppi