Catching up

Well, finally a minute to set down and catch up. John is doing so much better. The doctor's finally decided it was just a really bad infection and alot of inflammation in the colon. After a course of very expensive antibiotics and being put back on Prednisone, which is a steriod, he is able to pretty much eat and do anything he likes. Thank to all who remembered us in their prayers.
Timothy and Catherine continue to do well in school. Catherine received an award this morning for outstanding work in multiplication. She is doing 3rd grade math even though she is in 2nd grade. That's what is so great about her being in a 2nd/3rd grade combo class. Her teacher recognized her abilities and makes sure she is being challanged with work she enjoys.
Mom and Aunt Pauline left yesterday to visit two of their sisters. They are headed to Anderson, CA. to my Aunt Bea's house. They hope to take Aunt Bea with them and go to visit my Aunt Jennie who is in an assisted living facility in Mantica, CA. They always enjoy this trip even though it is a lot of driving for my mom. I think they will plan to take the train when they go back in October. The kids and I really miss them when they are gone. Timothy and Catherine take turns spending a night at Grandma's house on the weekends. Staying home with Mom and Dad for the whole weekend isn't nearly as much fun.
John and I celebrate our 11th wedding anniversary on Saturday, April 19. I can't believe it's been that long, it's gone by so fast. We have truly been blessed with John having a dependable job, a nice home and two beautiful, healthy children. God is very, very good to us.
Well, time for dinner. Catherine gets to select the restaraunt as a reward for the award she got from school today. Don't know where we're going, she wouldn't tell anyone but her dad since he's driving!