Monday, June 30, 2008
Weekend Pics
Friday, June 27, 2008
Construction Pics
They are well on their way...this is so exciting! Here is a shot of them digging the foundation for the garage.
And here is one of them laying the blocks on the back wall of the garage. it is hot as anything outside...humid with no breeze. These guys are really working hard. It is a challenge to keep the kids away from all the dirt piles. Keep checkin back for more photos. They should be done by mid-August. Have a great weekend!
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Surgery Update
Bill saw the Philadelphia Eagle's Orthopedic Surgeon this morning and they scheduled surgery for July 16th. The good news is that because of Bill's "normal" joint laxity (loose knee joints) the Dr feels he does not need to repair the PCL and will be giving Bill a new ACL that is reinforced, most likely a cadaver tendon. He feels that because Bill's knees normally hyperextend (like many gymnasts) the PCL would be useless and only make for a longer recovery. In the mean time Bill will be rehabing the knee and allowing time to heal the large bone bruise he has in his femur (caused by the jump off the trampoline). So thanks for all your prayers...we still need them...this road has just begun.
In this picture of Bill's knee, if you look real close you can see his shin sag a bit. This is the sign you see in someone who has no ACL/PCL. Pretty cool huh...I love this ortho stuff.
And now onto my daughter Madison. She has flat feet as you can see. They look alot like her daddy's feet but unfortunately she is starting to pronate (or roll inward) which is causing her some pain. I need to find a good foot doc because I think she will need some sort of shoe insert.
And lastly my boy. He saw the doctor today & the bandage is off. His sutures are absorbable so he didn't need to have them removed. It looks good. It straightens all the way now so he's happy...and so are we.

In this picture of Bill's knee, if you look real close you can see his shin sag a bit. This is the sign you see in someone who has no ACL/PCL. Pretty cool huh...I love this ortho stuff.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Swim Team
We think backstroke will be her stroke due to her excessive shoulder flexibility. After her race she asked Bill, "Daddy did I come in last place?" And Bill said, "Yeah honey, but you were excellent!" She kept movin those little arms and never gave up...(she was also the littlest one racing against kids much older). We were so proud of her. I cried (I know I'm such a sap!)...because my little baby's not so little anymore, and because I now know what it was like for my parents to watch me from the stands all those years...it's not easy all those emotions...your excited for them, scared, nervous and proud...all in one short moment. "GO MAD GO!!!!"
Monday, June 23, 2008
Birthday Pics
Friday, June 20, 2008
Here We Go Again
He was performing at a Sixers camp and while jumping off the tramp, felt his knee go out. This is the same knee that he had injured in his gymnastics days. He had his patellar tendon repaired & and ACL repair as well. It looks like something is torn but until we get the MRI & see the doc on Monday, it's hard to say which one(s). We are pretty sure this will require some extensive surgery. We'll keep you updated.
I know I promised pictures of Madison's parties...& I will get to them, but I wanted to show a picture of my poor honey & Adrienne, and here's a shot of our driveway...soon-to-be garage.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Matthew's Surgery


Well today Matthew had surgery for his thumb. (It was moved up from July 8th to today). It went very well! We were worried because he could not eat or drink anything this morning and surgery didn't begin until 12. He doesn't usually do well if he is hungry, but today he was great. We went to a surgery center in Chalfont, PA and the doctors & nurses were so wonderful. They gave him "giggle juice" which basically made him laugh & smile and roll his head around and be really silly. Bill & I were laughing so hard I was crying (& so were all the nurses). He kept trying to sit up but kept hitting his head on the side of the bed...poor guy. They took him in and about 10 minutes later the doctor appeared telling us it was a success. They simply cut the pulley that the flexor tendon runs through (because apparently we really don't need it), and now the t
humb can straighten & bend without getting caught.

I cried a little seeing my baby lie on the big surgical bed so little and all hooked up. He woke up happy to see "Bubba" and "Bippy" and rested in my lap while he enjoyed an orange slushie. We got him dressed, popped him in the car and he ate 3 bags of teddy grahams. He got a little grumpy when he realized he was having trouble using his right hand but other than that, he did great. We are glad it's over & thankful for the Lord's protection. Now we just have to make sure he keeps the soft cast on for a week. He already tried to do a handstand with it on today so I'm sure it will be a challenge to say the least. I have some pictures of Madison's birthday weekend to post so watch for them & have a good week!
Friday, June 13, 2008
Happy Father's Day!
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Tribute to My Dad
Happy Father's Day! We Love You!!!
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Happy Birthday Madison Elizabeth!
Monday, June 9, 2008
Another Fun Weekend
Happy Monday everyone! We traveled to Lancaster this weekend to stay at Bill's parents' new home and celebrate Sarah's (our neice) 1st birthday. We enjoyed the waterpark at Dutch Wonderland, saw the diving show "The Frog Prince" which is always a favorite...especially for Madison who laughs, cheers & boos louder than anyone. It is so fun to watch our kids enjoy summer...and enjoy it right along with them. Thanks to Nana & Poppy...your house is so nice & cozy...a great find! Enjoy the pics & have a great week everyone!
Friday, June 6, 2008
Gospel Outreach

1. What is your spiritual background?
2. What 3 words would describe your religious experience?
3. If you could ask God one question what would it be?
4. If God asked you "Why should I let you into heaven?" what would you say?
5. On a goodness scale 1 being evil & 10 being good, where would you rate yourself?
She gave some interesting answers & shared how her life has been whirling out of control but that she always tried to do the right thing & would consider herself a good person. Bill & I then shared with her that we all fall short of making our way into heaven. God gave us the 10 commandments to reveal to us that we are all sinners. Have you ever lied? Have you ever taken something that wasn't yours? Have you ever dishonored your father or mother? I shared that I have broken these commandments many times & she agreed that she had as well. We then shared our stories of how God saved us and gave her the Good News. That Jesus died on the cross as our substitute so that we would not have to suffer the JUST consequences of our own sin...eternal separation from God. Instead if we would believe and make Jesus the Lord over all our lives, He is faithful to give us life everlasting, hope and a future filled with purpose and real meaning.
We then prayed for her and gave her some info about our church & Alpha. Bill & I left there blessed & amazed that God would use us to care for this woman. We pray the seeds that were sown last night would grow into a life of faith for this lost soul. Have a great weekend everyone!
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Desperate Housewives

This is not a review of the popular TV show but a few comments about a new book I started reading called, "Passionate Housewives Desperate for God" by Jennie Chancey and Stacy McDonald. The 5th chapter titled, "Too Good To Be True: Freedom from the Bondage of Perfectionism" really caught my eye. Here are some good lines from the chapter that really spoke to me.
"I think as wives and mothers, we have a tendancy to fall into the trap of perfectionism rather easily. It starts with a very good and noble desire to set a godly example for our families, our fellow Christians, and the lost. But, before we know it, we start comparing ourselves to others and feeling we fall woefully short."
"When we compare ourselves to others this way, quite simply put, we are being fools. We judge the external because we cannot see the heart..."
"There is no one who is righteous apart from Christ, and even the saintliest Christians stumble."
"The truth is however 'perfect' cultural standards are, they do not measure up to the One Who created us in His image. The True Standard is even higher than we imagine, friends!"
"We need to let go of the strange notion that the only way to be a good Christian is to project an image of sinless perfection and hide our struggles and shortcomings. And so we come to the incredible paradox of the Gospel...:'My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me' (2 Corinthians 12:9). Weakness is strength? We glory in infirmity? Yes, indeed! And this beautiful paradox is what should motivate and encourage us as we serve Christ."
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