Visitor...

*This entry is not in chronological order.* 

Last week (April 1-4, 2013) we were blessed to have my husband Jim’s daughter Jessica visit us. Unfortunately, her two year old triplets could not visit because of Jim’s weakened immune system. Our son-in-law stayed home to care for the children. Jessica’s dear friend also assisted in childcare. I am thankful that they could work it out so that Jessica could come and visit.

Jessica was able to stay a few days. We really enjoyed having her here. Jim especially had a good time visiting and catching up with Jessica. Jessica has been a wonderful support for Jim, and for me. She is kind, loving, wise, and a friend. It has been a joy to watch her mature into a wife, loving mother, skilled nurse, and true friend to many. 

I wish we could get together more often. Iowa is close, but sometimes it seems very far away from Kansas. As soon as Jim is in remission from his lung cancer, we plan to visit Iowa more often. 

My kids visiting…

This is beautiful Kira, and silly Daniel, lol.
I love Dan’s humor. 

My son Dan and my daughter Kira came to visit Kansas! Dan and his wife (who could not make this trip) live in England. My daughter Kira lives in Delaware. Their father Gene, along with Jim and I, hosted a small get together for Dan and Kira at a local hotel. We all played lots of games. The hotel atrium had a large game area with several activities. We also did lots of visiting. It was a very enjoyable evening. 

Here is my husband Jim playing  pool.

It is only by coincidence that they are both here during our family cancer crisis. The kids visits to Kansas were each planned well before we had any idea that there was something wrong with their step-father Jim. I am thankful for the timing of their visits. It has been so nice to see them and visit with them. It is a welcome distraction. It has been a blessing that they can help with my younger children. Kira will have to leave in a few days. Dan will be here for the rest of January. Sometimes I wish that they lived closer, but they both love their lives where they are so I wouldn't change a thing. We love it when they are able to come and visit. :)