Catching Up

My whole family was here in Colorado at one time or another throughout the past few weeks to spend time at the hospital with Koen and to help take care of Kaitin and Gavin.

Pretty sure he has the "Favorite Uncle" award


Kaitin and Luke at the zoo


Gavin going on a pony ride


"I luff you, Grandpa"




Fitting-the Bug on the bug


Some of the gang


There's nothing like a good shoulder ride


This one's slightly awkward


Scoring some bites from Auntie J


Cousins having fun at the park


It's a wonder they didn't break it!

Happy Birthday, Chloe

Our sweet, little girl turned two today. We are so thankful the Lord gave her to us. What a joy it has been to watch her grow and change. She brings many smiles and much laughter into our family!

Happy birthday, Chloe Bug! We love you!

Koen's Blog

You can receive news and updates about Koen through the blog that has been set up in his honor.

http://www.koenslovek.blogspot.com/

Pray for Koen

My brother's family was on their way to Colorado from California to relocate for Grant's new job in Denver. Little Koen got really sick on the car ride, so they stopped in Nevada and took him to the hospital. After the CT scan revealed several masses in his liver, the doctors decided to have him airlifted to Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City. The CT scan was repeated there and it revealed a very enlarged liver with many tumors. Koen is currently flying to Denver on an air ambulance and will then be taken to Children's there. We are awaiting the results of his liver biopsy to hear what treatment options are available. He is a very sick little guy. We would greatly appreciate your prayer for God to heal Koen's body. Please also pray for Grant, Lindsay, Kaitin, and Gavin. I can't imagine what it is like to watch your son/brother go through this totally unexpected illness.

This has been a very difficult summer for my entire family. We desperately need God's grace and strength to carry us through yet another trial.

California

Here are a few pictures of the fun moments we enjoyed during our 2 week stay at my parents' house in California.

Chloe's first In-N-Out experience


Macie is our little fish


Checking out Great Grandpa's roses


Husking sweet corn with Grandpa


6th month old Macie is on solids now!


One word: Ham


Andrew flew out and surprised us. I was shocked when he walked into the living room!
It was such a blessing to have him with us during that difficult time.


She loves her corn on the cob just like her mommy


Sweet Drew taking care of Chloe


Matchy, matchy with silly Uncle Mike


Hangin' out with Uncle Neil


In a few weeks, Julie will have her own sweet bundle to hold!

Farewell, Grandma

Last Wednesday, on July 22nd, we said goodbye to my Grandma. She lived a very full life of 82 years. What an amazing lady she was! I have wonderful memories of the times we spent together. From our fishing trips to hunting asparagus in our backyard to staying at her house for days at a time during soccer season, I always knew I had a special place in her heart. Although it brings me to tears whenever I think about never seeing her in this life again, I have hope that she is rejoicing in heaven with Christ, our Savior. I'm so thankful that I had the opportunity to sit by her side during her last days on this earth.

I love you, Grandma!

Fourth of July Weekend

Here are some pictures from our 4th of July weekend:

Macie's first time in the swing at the park.
You can tell what she thought of it by the look on her face!


Yay! Daddy had Friday off so he was able to join us at the park!


Double rainbow after a typical late afternoon thunderstorm


Beating the heat


Taking it all in from her vantage point


Warming up after getting drenched with the hose


Look who's up on all 4's!


Waiting for the 4th of July parade


It wasn't exciting enough for Macie


Mesmerized by the firetrucks


Watching the fireworks

Very cautiously trying out a sparkler