October in OHIO

I was reminded this weekend of how long it has been since I have posted to this blog. I admit it...I have been lazy, but we have been so busy lately. We just returned from a whirlwind trip to Ohio for the weekend. One of my wonderful, talented, beautuful nieces was married. It was such a special ceremony and a beautiful day. It was nice to be reunited with family and friends even if for a short time. The ceremony was sweet and the weather was perfect. The day was such a celebration!! I am so thankful that I could be there. I hated to miss Chelsea and Matt's wedding in July.

We went to church on Sunday and that was so good! It felt so good to be back at Storms Chapel with our church family. It's hard to find a church that fits us like this one. I sure have missed them all. Maddie and Zoe were so excited to see Katie and Hope! I didn't think I would get them to leave and Brad...make sure those Rook cards are warmed up and ready in December because Angie and I will definitely be beating you and Shannon!!!

We had two great meals at Nanny and Papaw's house and we got to spend time with his family. It's amazing to see how much things have changed, but also how much they have stayed the same. It was a comfort to see that Kay is doing well after her heart surgery. We have been so worried about her.

God is so good! It will be soon be one year since Canaan had his last seizure. He is doing so well and I am so thankful for God's protection over him.

I am also thankful for Dick and Helen Boulis who opened up their home to us this weekend. They invited us to stay with them while we were home visiting. They own a beautiful log home and have dedicated their home and their lives to the Lord and you can see God's blessing on them. They were so gracious and hospitable. It was so peaceful there that we hated to leave! Thank you Dick and Helen for a wonderful weekend!

It's hard to express just how much we love and miss everyone back home without getting all teary eyed and choked up. We are so blessed!!!!