It's been a nice week visiting with Mom, Jen and Maddison. They drove in last Saturday and plan to stay until this Saturday. We went boating all day Sunday and then again Monday evening. Maddison had the best time. She loved tubing and swimming in the lake. We thought she might get scared but she wasn't at all. It was so much fun watching her.
Maddison's birthday is coming up this Saturday so we celebrated early. We took her and a couple of her friends, in Indy, to Chuckie Cheese this afternoon and then we went to Build A Bear. It was a full day but it was worth it to see her having such a good time. I'll post some pictures sometime later. My computer is still down at home. I'm borrowing Jen's right now. We may need to just buy a new computer. This one is too old to bother putting an money into it.
Grandma seems like she is doing really well this week also. Mom called to check on her last night. She is doing so much better than we thought she would do. Who knows, she may make it to Nikki's wedding after all. The doctor thought she would only last a couple weeks but if she keeps doing as well as she has been doing you never know. If anyone can beat the odds, it's Grandma!
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Trip to PA
We just got back from PA last night. It was a nice trip. I was able to spend some quality time with my Grandmother. My cousin Nikki had her bridal shower on Saturday. She is getting married in October and will probably be the most beautiful bride we've ever seen. Cory's sister, Melissa, had a shower on Saturday also. A baby shower! I know, it was a surprise for a lot of people. She looks really cute pregnant and is due at the beginning of October. I'll post some pictures when I get a chance.
I was able to see quite a few people while I was home. The Mong reunion was this weekend also. It was so fun catching up with everyone. I missed a few that I really wanted to see though. Hopefully I will have the chance to see you (Holly & Heather) in the fall. I'll be home the weekend of October 11th for Nikki's wedding.
Our computer is on the fritz at home so I'm not sure when I'll be able to post next. I hope it won't take too long.
I was able to see quite a few people while I was home. The Mong reunion was this weekend also. It was so fun catching up with everyone. I missed a few that I really wanted to see though. Hopefully I will have the chance to see you (Holly & Heather) in the fall. I'll be home the weekend of October 11th for Nikki's wedding.
Our computer is on the fritz at home so I'm not sure when I'll be able to post next. I hope it won't take too long.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Grandma Ferrari
For those of you that know my Grandmother, you are already aware that she is not doing so well. She was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver a while back and she has been a real trooper during the ups and downs. She has been in and out of the hospital several times with infections and dementia that the condition has caused. During her last trip to the hospital the doctors told her that this would be her last trip because her condition is now at a stage where they can no longer help her. They gave her the option of going into hospice care or going home and having hospice check on her each day. Of course, she chose to go home. I spoke with her over the phone not long ago and she seemed to still be in good spirits but she sounded so tired. We will never be ready to lose her but she says she is ready to go. She is such an amazing person. She has such a sense of humor even during this time. She laughs at herself when she gets confused. We all love her so much! She is a true inspiration for all of us as she endures this time and continues to have such a great attitude. I aspire to be like her. She is one of the strongest people I know.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Top 12 *edit* 14 Reasons Why You May Be Called To Adopt...
I found this list online and thought it was worthy of thievery.
1.) The fact that there are 143 million children without a parent to kiss them goodnight has made you lose sleep.
2.) You realize DNA has nothing to do with love and family.
3.) You can't watch Adoption Stories on TLC without sobbing.
4.) The fact that, if 7% of Christians adopted 1 child there would be no orphans in the world, is convicting to you.
5.) You spend free time surfing blogs about families who have experienced the blessing of adoption.
6.) It drives you crazy when people ask you about adopted child's "real" parents.
7.) You have ever been "pregnant" with your adoptive child longer than it takes an elephant to give birth. (2 years!)
8.) You had no idea how you would afford to adopt but stepped out in faith anyway, knowing where God calls you He will provide.
9.) You have ever taken an airplane ride half-way around the world with a child you just met.
10.) You believe God's heart is for adoption.
11.) You realize that welcoming a child into your heart and family is one of the most important legacies you could ever leave on this earth.
12.) You know what the word "Dossier" means, and you can actually pronounce it!
13.) You have welcomed a social worker into the most private parts of your life.
14.) You shudder when people say your child is so lucky that you adopted them, knowing full well you are the blessed one to have him or her in your life.
1.) The fact that there are 143 million children without a parent to kiss them goodnight has made you lose sleep.
2.) You realize DNA has nothing to do with love and family.
3.) You can't watch Adoption Stories on TLC without sobbing.
4.) The fact that, if 7% of Christians adopted 1 child there would be no orphans in the world, is convicting to you.
5.) You spend free time surfing blogs about families who have experienced the blessing of adoption.
6.) It drives you crazy when people ask you about adopted child's "real" parents.
7.) You have ever been "pregnant" with your adoptive child longer than it takes an elephant to give birth. (2 years!)
8.) You had no idea how you would afford to adopt but stepped out in faith anyway, knowing where God calls you He will provide.
9.) You have ever taken an airplane ride half-way around the world with a child you just met.
10.) You believe God's heart is for adoption.
11.) You realize that welcoming a child into your heart and family is one of the most important legacies you could ever leave on this earth.
12.) You know what the word "Dossier" means, and you can actually pronounce it!
13.) You have welcomed a social worker into the most private parts of your life.
14.) You shudder when people say your child is so lucky that you adopted them, knowing full well you are the blessed one to have him or her in your life.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Good Books
I've been reading some really good books lately. I've mentioned before that I really enjoy The Left Behind Series. I'm reading Tribulation Force right now. This is a fictional series, of course, but it is based off of the book of Revelation. These books are hard to put down. I believe there are 12 books in total. If you like to read I would recommend trying them out. A good friend of mine got the first book for me a while ago. It didn't take me long to finish it. I've been hooked ever since. I had to wait a while for the second book but I'm glad to have it now.
The Janitor is another good book I've started reading. It was recommended by my boss. It's just a small book that you could probably finish in one sitting if you are lucky enough to not have any interruptions. It has some great life lessons in it and it's a simple book to read.
The newest book is called The Strength of Mercy. I actually received this book from one of the adoption agencies we are considering. Nicole, this would be a great one for you if you haven't already read it.
Hopefully you will enjoy these books as much as I have if you decide to check them out.
Have a good night!
The Janitor is another good book I've started reading. It was recommended by my boss. It's just a small book that you could probably finish in one sitting if you are lucky enough to not have any interruptions. It has some great life lessons in it and it's a simple book to read.
The newest book is called The Strength of Mercy. I actually received this book from one of the adoption agencies we are considering. Nicole, this would be a great one for you if you haven't already read it.
Hopefully you will enjoy these books as much as I have if you decide to check them out.
Have a good night!
Monday, July 7, 2008
Inspiring Quotes
Below are a couple quotes that I noticed while researching more adoption agencies. They really spoke to me. Hopefully you will enjoy them also.
"Vision is when you see it and others don't. Faith is when you do it and others won't."
- Luci Swindol
"A Father to the fatherless, God makes a home for the lonely." Psalm 68:6
Please keep us in your prayers. Cory and I are hoping to make a decision very soon concerning the direction we plan to take with adoption.
God Bless!
"Vision is when you see it and others don't. Faith is when you do it and others won't."
- Luci Swindol
"A Father to the fatherless, God makes a home for the lonely." Psalm 68:6
Please keep us in your prayers. Cory and I are hoping to make a decision very soon concerning the direction we plan to take with adoption.
God Bless!
Saturday, July 5, 2008
4th of July
I hope you all had a great 4th of July. Cory and I picked up our new boat yesterday so we were out on the water tonight. The fireworks were amazing from the lake. We couldn't have had a better spot. It was a little cool so we didn't get in the water this time but hopefully it will be nice the next time we're out. We are anxious to try some new toys. Mike bought a knee board. They are always fun but Cory and I really want to try a wake board. A wake board will be a little more challenging from what we hear. I'll let you know how it goes. I think it will be awesome! I'll try and remember to take some pictures of our attempts so you can laugh a little with us.
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