Visit to the Wards March 2008

I've had the wonderful privilege of being with Kirk, Sarah and Joanna for the birth of Samuel Paul, March 26th. I was there for three weeks--one before the birth and two after. It was a special time of caring for Sarah, playing with Joanna, talking with Kirk, and witnessing Samuel's birth. I thank the Lord for this new little grandson and for the family He has placed him in.
It was a crazy time, in some ways. Anna came up for about five days over Easter and was there to care for Joanna when Sarah went into labor. I was so happy to have some alone time with her while others were napping or doing this or that. God has carried her through some hard times these last few months and it was neat to hear how He has been caring for her.

Paul was the next to visit. Thanks to some FF miles he was able to come for five days. He arrived about a week after Samuel was born. He was able to help fix a few things around the house as well as get some good Grandpa time with Joanna and Samuel. We took Joanna to the zoo one day and that was really fun.

Rinnie also came for a quick visit to meet her new nephew and see the rest of the family. We had some great time together. I know Sarah enjoyed having her there too.

I just loved getting to know Joanna better. She's verbally expressive and loves to sing. I miss her numerous hugs and unending "What happened?"s. We read books, sang songs, cooked, did dishes, played, went shopping, and the list could go on. I'm grateful to Kirk for putting up with his mother-in-law for all that time. The weeks hold special memories for me for which I am very thankful. And a big thankyou to Sarah for her tenderness and love. I loved just being together. If you would like to see more pictures of Samuel and these weeks together go to http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36153&l=710f5&id=624702564