catching up

Where to begin? We are down to days now before returning to Asia. (At least we THINK so.) We are still taking care of a few medical procedures for Grace and should be on our way soon. On a side note: You know you have lived overseas when your child has blood work done and some doctors think perhaps she has had a parasite so they give her medication for said parasite which tastes pretty yummy and one morning you hear your daughter say: "Daddy, can I have my mebendazole now?" We've had more family gatherings these last 2 weeks. Last week Kevin's family was in town, and this week my family has gotten together. I do love the fact that Grace now knows all her aunts, uncles, and cousins well in addition to her grandparents. What a gift! Last week's family gathering came together beautifully. Kimberly was delayed just a bit heading back overseas, so she was able to join us one more time. And, Kevin's brother Steve and his wife Crystal made it to Lubbock to meet Trinity. Cousins Alicia and Ariel were missed but Grace had LOTS of adult attention that week. After the cruise debacle of 2008, it was nice to get most everyone together again. These pictures come to you courtesy one Crystal Godin. She's a great photographer! Nana and Grace on a walk Uncle Steve is great with babies! You'd think he's done this before or something!

Aunt Kimmy goes to great lengths to make Trinity smile.

Keeping Trinity warm at the park

Kimberly knitted this sweet hat for Trinity!

chubby cheeks

If you come visit us in Lubbock and if you are so chosen, Grace will invite you to her room to play on her bed. And she'll expect you to stay there quite a while. Here's Crystal as the chosen one (or "victim"), whichever you prefer.

One morning we ventured to the Buddy Holly museum to learn all sorts of random fun facts about the guy. He was born and raised right here in Lubbock. We're now much more educated on all things Buddy.

On another note, today is Kevin's 34th birthday! I love you babe! Happy birthday!

More pictures soon...