1 Year

one year ago yesterday (calendar date) Steve's dad passed away. It is hard to believe it's been a year already. What is even harder to believe is that we both lost our fathers within a year. What are the chances. I know Bob and Theresa went thru the same thing with losing both of their fathers just this past year. I guess this was the year of taking all of the good men. God must of needed a lot of work up there :)....

Steve's dad had passed away from cancer too and it also took him quickly. Diagnosed in April, passing away in August. This cancer - it isn't fun and it doesn't really give you much time - I guess enough time to spend time with your loved one and say what you want to say but in reality there is never enough time to say goodbye to anyone, especially the ones you love. You just can't imagine your life without them. It's been a year!

On a lighter note, today was the first day of school. I am posting some pictures I took of Brayden this morning. Notice it is still dark outside - he starts at 7:25 so we are up by 6:15 - crazy huh. I took my camera to school and was taking pictures and he finally said, mom enough :)... I wonder if he'll let me take them when he is in 8th grade sitting at his desk. LOL.....

Tomorrow is the big day for Jen and Bill and Casey - it is going to be a hard weekend for them. They are Notre Dame bound in the morning and have student/parent orientation all weekend. I know they are taking it hard - saying good bye especially to your first born. He is a great kid though, he is going to do very well in life. My thoughts are with them and wish them the best of luck. I know it is hard going back up there considering the last time we were up there was with dad. It will be hard for me when I go up in November, so I am sure it is hard for them. But best of luck!!!!!

Miss and love you dad!

Much love to all,