When Ray flew to Orlando on 12/3, I thought I would use the upcoming week to get Christmas “done”, so that we could just enjoy good family time the rest of the month. I did end up doing a lot … Continue reading
We had just finished up another wonderful ride on Lizzy yesterday (who is not the horse in the photo), when Patty, Abbie’s riding buddy mentioned that the riding center, a non-profit organization, had raised $43 on Good Search. I was … Continue reading
We’ve been walking this path for so long now, that I have found it easier on my heart to no longer focus on the “BIG” things….talking, walking, eating, etc., and put my energy and attention into how to make each … Continue reading
Just wanted to pass along some great news from Noel. First part of it is that Noel was able to go to Boston on Friday, and will stay until Wednesday. Her mother is here in Honolulu caring for Jackson. But, … Continue reading
I want to introduce you to the recipient of some of Abbie’s most fervent prayers recently. One-year-old Bella Pollard is the daughter of Bo and Noel, who go to our church. I first met Noel a few years at one … Continue reading
I love to read. I am not the most cultured student of literature, but I deeply treasure books that take me intriguing places I have never known, or show me the treasured familiar in new light. My current obsession is … Continue reading
I did, in fact, find my camera cable. So, I want to share some photos from the wheelchair fitting process. Video will be tomorrow’s project! This is what Abbie’s wheelchair looked like without the seat attached. The foam wedge is … Continue reading
It’s always hard, as Halloween rolls around, to figure out how to include Abbie in a way she will enjoy. She loves dressing up, and can’t get enough of sparkles, ribbons and rhinestones. Sitting in a wheelchair, however, does not … Continue reading
Tribe Weekend 2011, otherwise known as 2nd Annual Near-Drowning Mom’s retreat, surpassed even the expectations built from last year’s incredible experience. We had 10 “alumni” moms, and added 5 more this year. We also added a couple of new states … Continue reading
I’ve been looking for my camera cable for two weeks, to download all the pictures and video this update merits (don’t tell my husband, please.) I’m giving in and will just use words for now, and do a photo update … Continue reading
