Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Introducing our new pet ...

When you have an autistic child there are so many things in their life that others don't understand.
  • Why do you travel to Disney World every year?
  • Why doesn't he like sandals?
  • Why does he always eat the same things for lunch?
  • Why does he obsess about things that others don't care about?

If I only knew the answers ... but I don't. I just know Will and what he likes and doesn't. I try to make his life easier by knowing what to buy, where to go, how to do things and explain as best I can to others. I thank God every day that we have him! I know he was meant for us.

Lately I have been talking with Reagan about why we go all over for Will to go to therapy different places. Why he has to wait so patiently. Why Will's brain works different than others.

My heart melted last week at Walgreen's when Reagan noticed a glass jar with fake butterflies in it. He talked about how much Will would like it. He even checked to make sure there was a monarch (Will's favorite). This is how I know God works in our lives. Reagan gets it!

Yesterday I quick ran there with the boys and Reagan took Will right over to see them. Normally I don't give in to buying things (and I really didnt') because I told Will if he wanted it, he had to pay for it.

Our new pet ...

Disney World here we come ...

Erin sporting her new bathing suit for the trip!

We suprpised the kids with a cake that said, "We are going to Disney World."

The suprise was amazing!

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

God Give me Strength!

This week has not been one of my best. It would take me hours and hours to go into all my worries, and I don't want to go into the feeling sorry for myself mood.

So tonight I am going to continue to repeat this verse to myself in hopes that tomorrow will be a better day.

My soul is weary with sorrow, strengthen me according to Your word. Psalm 119:28

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

The Next Tiger Woods?


Check out my swing?

Grandpa says eyes on the ball!
Lessons begin at The Bog on June 14th. Grandpa Dobson now has a golf partner!

Monday, May 16, 2011

Welcome Home Uncle Dave!

Welcome Home Uncle Dave!

Mommy and Erin waiting patiently.

Tears of Joy!

She was so happy and content to see her Da-da!

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Easter part 2

Finding the kids Easter baskets.

Running the bases at the Brewer Game.

The boys at the Brewer game with the Easter bunny!

Easter Part 1

Yes, I know I am so behind on updates. My brother even commented, which means he reads my blog. So here's to many new updates from our family.

Grandma with our newest addition Olivia.


KAri Jo took on dying Easter eggs with the kids. She is more brave than I am!

Me and my little pumpkin! I could just eat her up.


Kari Jo made the meal and this was our family attempt at a bunny cake!