A new angel in Heaven

Just wanted to let you all know that sweet, beautiful Ryan Oickle passed quietly early Saturday morning. His mother and father were holding him at the time and he was surrounded by many family members and friends. Our family is deeply saddened by their news and is praying that Heavenly Father helps them to have peace in their hearts. They are a very spiritual family :) and I know they trust that Ryan is in good care. Desma, Ryan's mother, has all the info. on his caring bridge site. Give your little ones (or your big ones) an extra kiss today :)

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/ryanoickle

My Birthday

As usual, I am behind. I probably won't get any better with summer coming up, either! For my birthday we went to Chili's to celebrate with my sister and Meghan. It was nice to be out and have a great meal! April 10th has been difficult for me and Mel because it was our Dad's birthday too. The kids made it a wonderful, cheerful evening and I know it would make Dad happy :-)
P.S. The Marine background is in honor of my Dad and his birthday as well as for Memorial Day and his sacrifice in the Vietnam war. I will forever be grateful to him and others for their service and forever be privileged to be the daughter of a Marine :) Love you, Dad--Semper Fi!

Our silly girl, Kara Melanie-full from eating a great dinner!

Elijah, Daddy, Mommie and a portion of Ethan's head

Happy Baby-as usual!

Meggie and Noah

Meggie and Kara