Oh what a week!

Week 5 has been our busiest week yet! Monday we were visited by our friend Jenny and her daughter Samantha. On Tuesday, with Paul still off of work, we were able to take a trip to Grandma Barbara's house in Escanaba, MI. On our way, we were able to stop and visit Great Grandma Marion Sickel. Great Grandma finally met her 30th great grandchild and we had a great time! Wednesday morning we visited the Escanaba library where Martha frequented during her childhood not only to read a LOT, but also to visit one of her favorite ladies, Mrs. Fittante (or Mrs. Fitt). Also at the library are some special birds that were donated by Grandma Barbara in honor of Grandpa Dale. We are sure to visit the library whenever we are in Escanaba in the future. While we were in Escanaba, we had lots of visitors: Mrs. Brown, Beth, Corky, Doris, and Fr. Jed. It was wonderful to see so many friends on our visit. Friday we had a play date with James, Samantha, Charlie, Will, and Evan at Michelle's house. Rachel just hung back and watched the fun. We had some fun dressing Rachel up in her orange vest on loan from Aunt Jennifer. Saturday we had Guncle Steve and Guncle Rick visit. Martha promised Guncle Steve that Rachel would not spit up on him while eating. Let's just say Rachel didn't get the message! Sunday we went a birthday party for Layla and the big kids had a great time hunting for skittle packets in the yard. That was followed up by the traditional football watching at Neufeldt's house. Like we said, it was certainly a busy week for Rachel, but she is a trooper and has continued to eat and sleep very well. She certainly had a wonderful amount of hugs and kisses. More next week!