Johnny’s Surgery

Johnny-boy’s “shortened ” surgery yesterday was supposed to take four hours but instead took six hours. This surgery was performed in an attempt to have his feet stay in a secure position so he can “walk” more smoothly (with assistance). The surgeon broke both his feet in multiple places to put cadaver bone in all…

“Wait! What?”

There’s no doubt that large adoptive families often create a lot of curiosity.  In fact we’ve had quite a few question aloud over the years, “Do they really all get along as much as it looks like they do?”  Well truthfully, that question makes me smile big because does anyone really think that we could…

How Did We “Luck Out”??

Over the years many people have commented on how we seem to have “lucked out” and brought home the most amazing kids.  Although I’ve heard it more times than I could ever count, it still takes me by surprise!  Why am I surprised?  Because although I’m no expert and folks could call me crazy –…

For Four Days…

For four days in January I can’t help myself.  I must get a picture of these six because of their ages for those four days. It happens on January 24th when Elijah has his birthday and ends four days later on January 28th when Isaiah has his birthday.   They are (left to right)… Jubilee (17),…

Birdie’s Gift

In celebration of National Down Syndrome Awareness month, we share a bit about our own Down Syndrome gift – Miss Birdie. ****** Once upon a time, our little Birdie was being knit together in her mother’s womb.  By God’s great knowledge, love and mercy, as the miracle of life unfolded our sweet little baby girl…