Did 6 months really go by?

It's a breath and an eternity at once. Much has happened, but with Facebook, who really needs blogs? However, I've been asked to update this so here I am (sorry it took so long.). Since Michael's graduation in March...

Sammy turned 5.

Sam is our spit fire fella. He is amazing in every way and teaches me much every day.

Quincy started services with wonderful therapists at Easter Seals and he is moving and grooving in leaps and bounds. The legs that didn't work so well are holding his cuteness up and he may take that first step in the next couple months.

We have happy news from the judge on Sept 1st.. Quincy is free and clear for adoption. That news hasn't sunk in yet. We are thrilled to tears! Now it will take about 12 to 18 months for the adoption process, but we know he gets to stay. On Quincy's note, Olliver his bio brother was born on May 1st. He has some problems, but is doing well. Now, we wait for his court date. Keep him in your prayers for us.

This summer we were blessed to have an "extra" son at our happy home. Matt (our babysitters fiance') stayed with us for 3 months before entering the Marines. We are so proud of him and so happy that he stayed with us. We love you Matt.

Today our sweet Makenzie and family moved to San Francisco. We are grateful they touched our lives and pray for them to make wonderful new friends and a happy life in their new home.

In may Sully turned 7. He loves to read and beat us all at rummy. =) As you see here he has lost his 4 front teeth. Sully asked Jesus into his heart on August 5th.

In June our oldest, got older.. 20 years old to be exact. YIKES! Where did those years go?

Michael has so many projects going. He stays busy on man work and family matters. Michael is simply amazing.

Kasey turned 13 in July. I love teenagers! They are like little adults. Kasey is still taking care of the farm animals and teaching his siblings all about fun. He still wants to be one of 20 kids. =)

You can hardly find a photo of Kasey without one of his brothers or sister.

We had another fun visit with Emily this summer. Her mama came too. That was special. Michael, Emily, Makenzie and Matt went to Hoover Dam.

Lake Mojave.

We have had so much fun this summer playing in the sun in Palm Springs. Daddy has had lots of work there and we are so grateful.

Love this precious man. xo Just when I thought I couldn't love him more, I live another day with him and wow!

Mattie's heart is still doing fine. She sure loves being the little mommy =) and cooking in the kitchen.

Mother's Day gift 2010. Kel flew my dear Caryse and her sweet Krista to visit us. Love this special lady beyond words. xo

The summer was filled with many goodbyes. Grandpa Art blessed our lives for one short year out of his 98 of them. We miss you at water park Grandpa Art, but will see you in Heaven.

Friends who have moved this summer. The Ross-Smiths and the Dormans. Kasey's friends Callie and Kasey. You will be missed. Thanks for all the sleep overs and late late nights of fun.

A summer wouldn't be complete without an appendix removal. Kelly had emergency surgery and did very well. Praise the Lord for the doctors and nurses and St. Rose.

We have enjoyed several shows with our friends Nancy and Brad who enjoy visiting at Child Haven with our beautiful children also. Thank you Nancy for going to "Child Haven Starbucks" with me. You make this process more bearable. xo

Viva Las Vegas... for now.. ;)

Little Josiah, is not so little.. He's 22 lbs and so close to taking that first step. He can stand without holding on, but as soon as he realizes it, he sits down. I love a cautious boy =). He had his circumcision last week and did really well. Next step is to adopt him here in America. We welcome your prayers for that as I hear it will be costly and time consuming. All part of this beautiful journey to family. I love my career..

Thanks for reading and praying.. Love to you all. xo