Update : 81508

This is going to be sort of a hodgepodge of things... and quickly thrown together at that.

First, I thought you'd enjoy these pics... sorry, the one of Summer is a little blurry, but you get the idea. I'll try to get a better one up soon. Anyway, if you read the previous post, you'll understand what's going on in the first shot. The second is Summer and I enjoying our first "tea time." Nicol joined us too. It was fun and we've had another one since. In case you're wondering, the flavor of the day was chocolate soymilk. So, no, we didn't actually have tea... besides, how can you go wrong with chocolate?

Second, this is a very difficult day. We've been getting ready to leave for Nashville. But I should probably back up and fill you in on a few things. We have lived in north Georgia for the past two years, but since last December have been considering a move to Nashville. To make a long story short, when Luke died we weren't able to make a decision on a burial site, so we put that off until we could think thru things a bit. For a number of reasons, including the likelihood of a move in the near future, we decided to have him buried in the same plot as his cousin, Audrey, in Nashville. (In the very unlikely event that you don't know Audrey's story, please visit audreycaroline.blogspot.com).

All that to say that we are struggling with the finality of his commital service. Some say that it will help to give us closure. I am hopeful that they are right, but I know the most likely reality is this: it may allow us to turn the page on this chapter, but we will never have closure and we will never get over this loss. When Luke died a piece of our hearts did as well.

We would appreciate your prayers very much... and we need them desperately. The service will take place next Thursday morning at 10:00am. Our families and close friends will be there. You could also pray for us as we continue to think thru the details of the service. As difficult as the experience will be, we want to honor him and remember the 71 days we had with him and celebrate the hope that is ours in Christ in knowing we will see him again one day.

Thank you all for your kindness and encouragement. Our hearts have been touched over and over again as we read your comments. You have blessed us far more than you can imagine.