October 30, 2006

The girls go trick or treating in Readlyn with Cousin Drea, the toucan.


Last night we did a little trick or treating in Readlyn. Chloe really enjoys this holiday since she loves candy! Leah was excited to begin with, but ended up handing out candy with Miranda when we stopped by the house.

Chris will get back today from Austin. After a travelling fiasco to get there on Thursday, I hope the return trip goes more smoothly. He has told me over and over what a wonderful, inspiring weekend this has been. At some point he will have to blog to share the details. I do know he has been impressed with all aspects of his experience - from Austin itself to the summit and the people he has met.

The girls and I had a good weekend at home. We did not accomplish anything exciting, but it is Monday morning already and we are off to another week!

Next Monday is Leah's port removal surgery, so please pray for an uneventful surgery and for a lower AFP. Also, just yesterday Lizzie Stratton, a young lady from Nebraska, lost her battle with hepatoblastoma. She was originally diagnosed in 2002 and the disease eventually metastasized to her bones. Her mother, Sami, heard about Leah and emailed words of encouragement many times to us. We continue to pray for their family in these hard days ahead. Their website is: www.caringbridge.org/ne/lizziegirl.