Our new Lap Dog

Meet Ringo

Here's the newest member of our family. Ringo joined us five days ago and he's doing really well. Despite his size, he's only a puppy. He's a Cane Corso Mastiff and will grow to 100 to 125 pounds. I know.......it's crazy, but Trish has wanted this dog for 2 years, so he is her birthday present (a bit early). He hasn't had any accidents in the house and loves the kids. He sleeps all night next to our bed and is really well-behaved. He and Dewey are still trying to establish a relationship, but I think it's going to be just fine.

Emmaline's Walking!!!!!!!!

Out for a walk

Summer Fun!!

I have been bad about posting lately.... We are having a wonderful summer and thought I would share some of the fun times we have had on Bob's Birthday, at the zoo and parade, and outside fun!

Earth Quake in China

There has been a major earthquake in China very near Emmaline's orphanage. Please pray for the people in China who are suffering right now.

too cute!

Snug as a bug in a rug

Congratulation Aunt Crystal!!

We were in Ft. Wayne this past weekend celebrating Aunt Crystal's graduation. We are so proud of her!!!

Uncle Dude's shirt looks adorable!!!!!! Yes we are biased :-)

Emmaline the Superstar!!

Emmaline crawling all over the house

All God's Grace in one sweet face

Grammy's birthday!!!

Well, a lot has happened since I last posted. Mom was in town for a visit and we celebrated her birthday. She got her own pair of Ugg boots! Her visit was cut short because Aunt Crystal is still so very very sick from pneumonia.
Mom had to go home to help Terry care for her. Please keep Crystal in your prayers as she still has a long road ahead of recovery. We are still praying she does not have to have surgery. The good news, is she is still able to graduate as planned, but the bad news is she is so weak it is day by day right now if she will be strong enough.

Happy Easter!!

We woke up today and enjoyed watching the kids dive into their Easter baskets! We then put on our Easter clothes and headed off to church for brunch and service. It was so much fun getting Emmaline ready and all decked out in her pink Easter dress. We had a great day and now plan on relaxing at home watching the NCAA tournament. Happy Easter everyone!

Uncle Phil aka Uncle Dude was in town...

Bob's best friend Philip was in town for Easter and was able to meet Emmaline for the first time. He is such an amazing guy and we love spending time with him so much! He brought Emmaline the most adorable outfit that he picked out himself and he even bought the right size!!!! What a guy! We had a wonderful visit and we are always sad to see him go.

Neighborhood Easter Egg hunt....in the cold rain ;-(

Wonderful visit with the Rafferty's!!!

We were thrilled to be able to meet the Rafferty family for dinner this evening. We traveled to China with them to adopt our daughters. They were in town for a little family getaway to attend a concert and visit the children's museum. It was so nice of them to extend their stay in order to meet us for dinner! We were thrilled to see how wonderfully Lindy is adjusting to life with her amazing family. She has only been home for a short time and already has a tremendous grasp of the English language. She knows her ABC's and Twinkle twinkle little star. She understands everything you say to her now. I am in complete awe! This little 3 year old came home January 2008 and already understands so much English and speaks so well! She would not really let anyone hold her in China except for Sherry and David, but tonight during our dinner she let me hold her and hug her often :-) Her sister Molly was a complete joy as well and they are so much fun to watch interact. It was a terrific evening!!