Introducing Noah Ross

This is our newest grandchild. Kayci's son, Truitt James Ross.

Born on August 21st

11:39 am

21.5 in
7 lbs. 15 oz

We are in Memphis, TN getting acquainted.

God is good...all the time.

-Karen

Kevin & Nona

Yesterday KC Wolf (the Chiefs mascot) shared his testimony at our church. He is a vibrant Christian and also a lot of fun. We've been having a good summer--beautiful weather here in KC. Kevin & I are getting ready to take a trip to Ohio & Indiana to see Kevin's family. He's also very busy getting some of his wood art ready for a couple of art shows in Sept & Oct. Love to hear everybody's news!

Great to hear about Joe's wedding. My folks were here in the Springs on his 82nd birthday (Aug. 16). It was great to celebrate here. They're in Rocky Ford now.

Update on Patriece: She is feeling much better. Getting more rest. Sleeping at night. Not coughing. Not having to take as much pain medication. She's in high spirits. God is so near! All praises to God! Keep praying---thanks!

Wedding in Amarillo

Joe and Sarah's wedding was great! Frankie Jane and Collin kept us entertained during the ceremony. Neither one could stand still. Frankie was talking to herself and Collin was trying to stand on his head while swinging the ring pillow. Joe and Sarah were still the main focus. We had a great time at the dinner. White tables, with tablecloths and candles were in a beautiful courtyard of mexican style shops. The buffet was mexcian food. The bride's cake was strawberry and the groom's chocolate. Joe's table had bubble gum cigars for the kids. The little ones had huge wads of bubble gum inside their cheeks. It was difficult to understand anything they said. It was a hit. My James blew the largest bubble, which I captured on my digital camera. The bride and groom had the first dance, followed by the bride and her father. Very sweet! It was a great time of music, dancing and visiting with family. We enjoyed being around Jane and her new husband, Jason (alias, Pampa). Love was definitely in the air. I loved getting pictures of my great neices and nephews. They grow so quickly. I can't wait to meet the Katy and Kayci's new ones when they bless this world with their arrival. I hope to post a few pictures in a few days. God's blessings on everyone.
Love,
Janet

Back to school

I've been busy getting my room ready to start school. We start Staff Development Aug. 13th. Students come Aug. 24th. The trick is that Kayci is due Aug. 26th. I'm trying to get everythiing ready so I can leave it in good working order when I get the call. This is grandchild #7--Noah James Ross. I'll post a picture as soon as I get one. Hope everyone has had a good summer. I would love to read about some of your fun times. Love, Karen

Family Fun

This is a picture of our family at Marshal Pass on July 4th. Bonita sent it to me so I decided to put it on the blog. We sure had a wonderful time together. Karen

Home Again

We just got home after spending 10 days in Colorado. We spent a few days with Richard and Janet while Kelley and Richard had some "projects" to do. They made a wok out of a plow disc for us to use with our camp stove. They also fixed our hitch for the back of our camper so we could carry our generator with us to camp. We camped at Marshall Pass for 5 days. Rod and Bonita joined us for4 days. We had a wonderful time exploring the mountains on 4 wheelers, visiting, playing games and eating the best food anywhere. Bonita has pictures of our family group up there. (Rod, Bonita, Richard, Janet, Deb, Jake, Laney, Brandon, Tripp, Kelley and I) Maybe she'll post them soon. We spent another 3 days in Rocky Ford while Kelley and Richard made a top for the wok, and Kelley used his new sprayer to paint Richard's feeders and other farm equipment. It looks almost new in John Deere Green. Janet and I got a lot of visiting done, and we all played Mexican Train almost every night. Janet, Kelley and I played until late most nights. This trip is the highlight of our summer vacations. We really appreciate Richard and Janet introducing us to the camping experience. We always have such a wonderful time. It's good to be home again. We have Keith's family coming Saturday, and they will be here 2 weeks. We will take them camping in New Mexico for a few days, too. Hope you all are having a relaxing and funfilled summer, too. Love, Karen