Well, here’s hoping that I’m not the only one procrastinating a bit this summer!
Unlike the scheduled drudgery that the school year can become, summer around here seems to move from one focus to the next every week or so…with very little time spent in front of the computer! And…we’ve certainly cut a few corners too…breakfast for dinner, swimming instead of a shower…and, maybe just relaxing at night instead of updating the blog. Sorry!
Still, summer has been going well. Ever since Gage got his ear tubes in May, his days have been so much better. The steroid week was rough as usual, but at least on his better days, he does actually feel better.
And, the kids have been enjoying fun camps in our neighborhood…and doing a couple weeks of swimming lessons too. Gage has done flag football, tennis & basketball camps, all of which he really enjoyed. It’s always a strange conversation for me to let the camp director know that he has cancer, has a port implanted in his chest, etc. From looking at him, they could never tell right now, so they always look surprised and concerned. Thankfully, there is no reason he can’t participate right now, and he’s enjoyed the time playing with friends.
And, Avery went to Pine Cove Camp (sleep-away camp) for the first time this summer. She enjoyed her time there, but unfortunately got sick in the middle of the week. She spent the night in the infirmary Wednesday night, and we picked her up Thursday morning. Then, after a quick trip to the pediatrician, she was exiled to our room until she was fever-free for 24 hours. Unfortunately, that time didn’t come until Sunday night. So, we’ve all spent a little too much time at home lately, but thankfully it seems like no one else caught it.
Also, please continue to pray for Laurren Smith and her family, as I know many of you have been faithful to do. They continue to receive discouraging news about the growth of her tumors and their limited treatment options. They are dear friends to us, and it’s heartbreaking to know what they’re facing right now.
And, as you probably can imagine, I have a backlog of pictures to share… Enjoy the pictures, and I’ll try not to procrastinate so long next time.
Gage down on the field at a Rangers game with other Wipe Out Kids Cancer ambassadors…
Fun times for the 4th of July in East Texas…
Wesley taking aim at the pinata…
Riding in the parade with cousins…
Ellie in the sack race…
Back in Dallas at our neighborhood 4th of July parade…
Ellie…
Avery…
Ellie waving her flag….
Gage lost his two front teeth!
Wesley protesting having her picture taken…
Well, hopefully I won’t go so long until I update again…and thanks for checking in and for your prayers!
RH
What a beautiful family! I love all the pictures! Praying for you all!
Love seeing pictures of smiling faces. So glad you so much to smile about. Thanks again for sharing!
As always, your pictures of your beautiful children are a blessing! Everyone looks so joyful and content! Praise the LORD for His marvelous works! Love you all!
I am still praying for you guys. Garner occasionally out of the blue prays for Gage to be better. So sweet to see him remember. Glad he is doing well and staying strong!
Happy summer!
So good to read an update! We continue to pray for each of you and your precious friend, Lauren. Praying for good health, healing, strength, courage, endurance, hope, and peace that can only come from Him! IN HIM–Angie
Rebecca,
So glad to read the good report about Gage and the rest of the family and to see the great pictures. I have continued checking your blog and knew that you had to be doing well since there were no posts! WE continue to pray for yall, especially on the steroid weeks. We will also keep Lauren in our prayers, thanks for the update on her.
As always, much love,
Carrie