Life gets busy doesn't it?
We had a really good Memorial Day Weekend. Jadon and Andrew spent much time working together to defeat the Empire in the Lego Star Wars Wii game. It was good for them to work together and to have some fun. Jadon did more bike riding and became more familiar with the family as Alan's parents and sister came to visit.
It was very difficult for Alan to have his parents leave. He enjoyed having the support and the additional adults with whom to interact. He has always appreciated his parents, but that appreciation just grows as time goes on.
Kirsten turned 16 on Wednesday. Unbelievable that she is at that point already. She is such a blessing. Ruth and Alan commented to each other that they feel more blessed by her than they could ever be a blessing to her. She doesn't agree, but that is probably a good thing.
Andrew won four ribbons at a 5th grade track meet. He was first in every event in which he was entered. He has had a very good year. It is amazing to watch him move quickly from boyhood toward manhood. He is growing physically again, but is also growing in so many other ways.
Jadon is beginning to use more English phrases. He of course still knows more Chinese than English and is a bit frustrated when he can't get his ideas across to us--he tries Chinese with great gestures, but we don't always interpret correctly.
Next week will be a very interesting one for us. Alan will be back at work for Summer Orientation 8-4:30 beginning on Tuesday. This will be an adjustment for Jadon. Pray for us.
More soon.
Hope you are doing well! That jet lag sure was something for all of us. Also, the girls all took turns becoming sick when we arrived home, except Maylie, and one is still sick.
ReplyDeleteI will continue to pray for your family and all the adjustments for Jadon. Looking forward to seeing more photos and updates of Jadon.
Love the Willettes