Recent stories

Let me start by apologizing for no pictures in this post. Maybe I'll take some this weekend.:) Two weekends ago we celebrated my sister's graduation from Calvin. It's a little weird to think my little sister is all grown up. We have become much closer over the years and I really enjoy the time we spend together. She was just at our house for a couple days to help me out, I so appreciate that! Steph is studying to take her nursing boards next month and looking for a job. All grown up.:)

Nate is in the homestretch at work! He is taking simulator tests this week and his final written test on Monday. He is feeling confident about the test on Monday. After the big test we're leaving on Tuesday for my grandparent's cottage in WI. Hopefully we can all enjoy some relaxation.

Cardale is still visiting Ryan and Jenn on the weekends. He really enjoys the time he spends with them. We found out today that the termination hearing will not be on the 11th and has to be rescheduled. We don't know yet when the new hearing will be. I have to admit this is very frustrating. We're confident this termination will go thru, but I'll still be uneasy until it actually happens. So keep praying for everyone involved!

Here is a story I find funny. I had to meet with Cardale's court appointed lawyer. She has to share with the judge what she thinks is in Cardale's best interest. (She believes termination is in his best interest.) We were talking about Cardale and my other kids and their ages. She was surprised that Cardale is only 4 months younger than Isaac. Then she stops suddenly and says, "Wait, you stay home with them?" I said, "Yes, I stay home with the kids." Her response was something along the lines of "Wow." I could tell she assumed my kids were in daycare and when she realized they weren't she was impressed. Or she thought I was certifiably crazy.:) So I felt pretty good about my job as a Mom after that meeting!