Hello everyone.

 

It’s been so long since I’ve written I’m not sure where to start.  We have had a very cold but enjoyable winter.  I’m thrilled that the temperatures are going up and the sun is out.  There for a while I was getting a little crazy from being indoors for so long.  We enjoyed many nights sitting by the fire and sipping hot cocoa.  But I’m more of an iced tea gal. 

 

Tyler and Ben have been working hard in their Cub Scout groups.  Ben is about to graduate to a Bear and Tyler is receiving his Webelos patch this month.  They have checked oil and tire pressure on my van.  They have learned how to administer the Heimlich maneuver and the proper way to retire an old American Flag plus much, much more.  Cub Scouts by far has been the best program that I have encountered for young boys.  I highly recommend it. 

 

Ryan has steadily been making progress.  He had been attending a public special education preschool, but we removed him this last week.  There were many reasons for his removal.  Overall we did not feel the school was in Ryan’s best interests.   We are looking at private speech and other therapies.  One exciting thing is that we are starting horseback riding lessons for Ryan next week. This type of therapy is called Hippo therapy and it is used for children like Ryan for assistance with balance, strength and improved gait. 

 

Tim and I are still hanging in there.  Tim’s tree service is picking up again after the winter.  He is Tyler’s Cub Scout leader and is constantly planning camping trips and outdoor adventures.  The boys love it. 

 

I have been doing more decorating around the house.  I am finally finishing the master bath and bedroom.  One fun thing that I did was take all the love letters Tim has given me over the last few years and mount them in a large frame.  I then hung it on my side of the room, so that I would see them every morning and every night.  Too sweet I know.  But you’re jealous I can feel it. LOL 

 

Well, that’s about it for now.  Please pray for us and Ryan’s private therapy.  We are submitting it to the insurance with our doctor’s order.  Please pray that it is easily accepted. 

 

Blessings to you all!

 

Jen