We have gone from a family of 6 to one of 8. I didn't think adding 2 kids to our household would take up so much of my time and energy, but I think it's because we have gone from a somewhat normal routine to "Slumber Party Chaos" and it's leaving me and my house looking a bit frazzled.
We are very happy to welcome GW and his sister, J, to our family, and they fit in with this group really well. However, transitions are never flawless, and trying to learn family rules and routines is hard enough, but to move to another house, get used to new people, and also deal with the grief of having your family and home dissolved can't be anything less than heartbreaking. So for now, we will do our best to make them feel welcome and loved, and worry about the mess and rule breaking later on.
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| Camille, J, GW, and Quinn (and yes, that is my Diet Coke) |
We had to say goodbye to my Dad this month- after 2 years of battling cancer, along with various other health issues, he is finally at peace. He got his wish of not having to live in a nursing home, and only spent a few days in hospice at the end. Stubborn man!
His funeral was a lovely gathering of family and old friends, sharing stories and memories, sometimes laughing, sometimes crying.
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| Best Friends from Anoka- the Westrums and Molendas |
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| Rod Garrison telling golf stories |
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| As usual- my attempts at a family photo never pan out- Tanner is missing!
Then as we were working through our feelings of loss over Grandpa Rod, we lost another special member of our family....Emma.
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You were always a bundle of furry sweetness, and you loved Bri with all your heart. We will miss your exuberance for life, your ability to do the splits on the kitchen floor, and your fun filled spirit. You will always be in our hearts.
