Perfect Heart For Tanner

We are praising God today that Tanner's heart is perfect and nothing is wrong. His heart murmur is an innocent one and she doesn't need to see him again!!!! The doctor said that the echo pictures were beautiful and so was the EKG. We felt totally peace through out his appointment and we can't thank you enough for praying for him and for us. I had a hard time for a little bit but I was able to pull myself together and stay calm. Everyone that took care of Tanner today took care of Lindsay. And let me tell you they have not forgotten about her. Dr. Gauthier was bursting at the seams when she came into talk with us. The first thing she said was everything is awesome. We are so thankful that nothing is wrong. I have to admit that when we got the news I was a little sad that we didn't get the same news for Lindsay. I know that God's plan for her life is different than Tanner's but it still hit home for me. God still cares for us even though we now how to live the rest of our lives with out her. But I still sit and wonder what she would be doing, what she would look like, how she would be with Case and I could go on. Today at MOPS one of our Moppets workers came up to me and asked how many children I had. She had no idea about Lindsay but I of course was happy to tell her about her. A little while later she came back in the room to talk. She looked at me and said I am so ready to go home. And then she said when I do I will be sure and run to find Lindsay and scoop her up and put her on my knee and take good care of her. Well I about lost it after hearing that. This lady loves little kids and has the best time sitting and holding them or playing with them. I know I look forward to that day to but until then I will cherish all the memories we have with her. She will always be our little Lindsay Bear!

While we were there we were told that Baby Micah was going back to Boston. Please be praying for him and his family. You can follow his blog on the right hand side.

Again we thank you all for your love, support, and most of all prayers. As I sat last night and read all the message from family and friends my heart was soaring knowing that so many of you still follow us and still pray. I don't know what I would have been like today without you all being behind us. Thank you, Thank you. Most of all thank you Lord for being with us today as well as Tanner. Thank you for his perfect heart that you created. And thank you for giving us Lindsay and letting her be apart of our lives for the short time she was with us. Give her lots of extra hugs and kisses for us today. Amen!!!

We Need Your Prayers

Last month I took Tanner for his 5 year old check up. His check up went really well other than they heard a heart murmur. We have found out that this can be very common in boys his age but considering everything we went through with Lindsay we are getting it checked out. His appointment for the cardiologists appointment was is on Dec 2 at 12:45. The appointment was already
set up with and an echo and they will keep that for Tanner. He is going to the same doctor that Lindsay went to which we are very thankful for. We have not told Tanner yet as we don't want to scare him. Please pray for him and that when we do tell him that he won't freak out. Pray for peace of mind for Jon and I. Also pray for the rest of our family as they are worried and scared as well. This has all been hard to handle but we are putting our full trust in God that he is going to take care of us and Tanner. I will keep you updated and let you know how things go.
Thanks again for your prayers.

Birthday Bash

On Saturday October 31, 2009 Tanner had his 5Th birthday party with his friends. We had lots of fun and every one seemed to enjoy themselves. The kids played outside, hit the dinosaur pinata, had cake, fruit on a stick, and opened presents. Pop-Pop, Granny, and Uncle Zach came for the party as well. We took them to Butternut Farms to pick apples and the kids played with them a lot. As you will see by the pictures that Case is changing everyday. He is a smiley baby and is always happy unless he is hungry or needs his diaper changed. Tanner is enjoying being 5 and has be doing awesome with his bible verses for Awana.

We hope you are all enjoying the fall so far. We also hope that you will enjoy looking at the photo album of what the kids have been up to.

11-2-09

Happy 5th Birthday Tanner!!

Well today Tanner has turned 5! I can't believe our baby is 5 and time sure does fly by. Tanner is such a blessing to Jon and I. He has lots of energy, is a smart kid, comes up with great words for things, and has a great memory. He is also a great big brother to Lindsay and Case, and he has a big heart and love for animals of all kinds. We are so thankful that God has chosen us to be his parents. He has been going to AWANA every Tuesday night and he loves it. We are loving how he is memorizing verses for each meeting. It is such a joy to hear him say his verses with such passion.

Tanner, Daddy, Mommy, Windsay, and Case love you very much. We are so proud of the little man that you are becoming. We hope you have the best birthday today.

We will be going to Grandpa and Grandma's tonight for his birthday dinner. We will be having tuna fish sandwiches, doritos's, pineapple juice, salad, and a dinosaur cake. Also at his birthday dinner will be Greg, Carrie, Caleb, Hannah, Isaiah, Terry joining us as well. Look for pictures soon!!

Vacation 2009

We went on vacation a few weeks ago to a timeshare in VA. We had a great time together and made lots of memories. We took lots of pictures and we would like to share them with you.

10-2-09

The boys are doing well and growing up way to fast. The big highlight in our house this week is that Tanner was able to say his whole bible verse for Awana and get his hang glider book. He is so excited and we are so proud of him. Case is changing everyday and he has the best smile that just melts your heart. Just like someone else I know. On Friday Case goes to the doctor for his 4 month check up. I promise to post what he weighs now and how it went.
We are 6 days away from Tanner's 5th birthday. I can't believe he is going to be 5. So look for another post on Tanner on his birthday.

Case Is 3 Months Old Today

Happy 3 month birthday Case William!!
Wow it's hard to believe it has only been 3 months. It sometimes feels like he has been here for way longer than that. Case is a very happy and chubby little boy. He has lots of smiles for us all the time and is almost about to giggle. He just started yesterday to stick out his tongue when you talk to him. He loves to watch Tanner in what ever he is doing. If he hears Tanner in the room he will search for him and than watch him like a hawk. Tanner loves Case a lot and he will often be found checking on him and talking with him. Tanner has lots of stuff he wants to teach Case.
I am sure you are wondering how much he weighs now. The last time he was at the doctor he was 15lbs. I am sure he is more than that now. He is a really good eater and he is even sleeping through the night. God has truly blessed us these past 3 months. My mom looked up his name not long after he was born and found that his name means bringer of peace. That is so fitting for him and for us. I find myself several times a day thanking God for Case. I will often through out the day think of Lindsay and how she would be with him. I know she would have been such a little mother to him. Case looks a lot like Lindsay with his chubby cheeks and his smile.

We love you lots Case and we are so happy you are a part of our family!

Check Us Out

I am strating this new blog for the boy's. I thought this is a good way to keep everyone updated on what Tanner and Case have been up to. I will keep Lindsay's as well but this will be just for them. Tanner helped me pick out the backround for this which he thinks is really cool. So keep checking back on what they have been up to.