Welcoming Joseph...

Annalise and Lauren welcoming Joseph Christopher into the family.

He weighed in at 6 pounds 3.9 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.

I am recouping and doing well.
Chris, Lauren and Annalise are also adjusting well to our expanded family.

Thanks for all of the visits, gifts, support and well wishes:)

Preparations

Two more days... Friday morning we are scheduled for an induction; Chris and the girls know the plan for their weekend and are excited about their activities. The house is as ready as it is going to get for a new baby and we are still working on a name. Packing of the bags will come tomorrow. Special thanks to Elaine & Matt and Brady & Shannon for taking time to make special days for our girls. I am not sure if they are more excited about their brother or their planned adventures.

What has been going on?

Sorry, I have not posted in awhile, but work has been extremely busy.

Mom's test results came back and they are changing her to a new medicine. The test were okay, but did show signs of her cancer counts increasing slightly. They will re-test in one month to determine if the new med is working to reduce this count. Mom is in good spirits and takes it all in stride. She is a miracle and thankful for every one's prayers and continued support.

Baby Boy Leep has turned again and is cooperating. He is scheduled to make his entrance on May 30. I will go back to the doctor on Tuesday for further testing. We are praying and have started to get his room ready for his arrival. The girls are beside themselves with anticipation and counting down the days.

School is out for the girls and their summer has officially begun. Special thanks to Granny for keeping them this week. They have enjoyed her doting over their every move.

Chris' new toy

This is Chris' New Toy...

and to think there is still bigger.

Special Thanks!!

I would like to thank everyone for all of the great gifts for our baby boy. Lauren and Annalise enjoyed opening all of the presents. My friends and family never cease to amaze me at their generousity. Special thanks to Elaine and Marty for giving the shower and for all in attendance. Also to Christi who took lots of pictures that I hope to be posting later this week.

Cara and her soldier...

One of my Baton Rouge co-workers, Cara, as most of you know her husband just recently left for Iraq . He is there with his brother. One of our local news stations surprised Brian and Michael by having them interviewed. Cara, her boys and the Steven's family were all at the TV station and were able to talk to them. I know Cara and I know just how much she misses Michael, so being able to see him and see that he looked wonderful meant the world to her....and also for Brian's wife and their parents to be able to talk to them...how awesome! Please keep their families in your thoughts and prayers. We need them to make it back home safely and I know you join me in saying we THANK them for what they are doing to serve our country and fight for our freedom. Thank you Brian & Michael...we love you! Of course when you see the clip, you'll see why I got even more emotional. www.nbc33tv.com