Grandma is Here!

We are so happy to have grandma visiting. Quiana and Trapper are doing their best at keeping her busy.

First Flakes

We are having some precipitation today that resembles snow . . . we're not sure what to think, but I guess it's about that time.

Quiana and Gato

(photo compliments of Mary)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!

Independence

Trapper

Since Trapper got left out last night - here he is.

Quiana is enjoying her brother more and more. He gives her giggles all day long. She put her hat on his head this morning and both had much fun playing peek-a-boo.

Nana Night

We went to a Big & Rich concert last night - Josh, Quiana and I. Quiana thought she was pretty special and she had so much fun! Thanks to our friends, Val & Elaine, who babysat for Trapper, so we could enjoy an evening out.

BIG DRINK

BIG BURGER

BEING SILLY

BIG TIME (Quiana took this photo herself - as soon as they came out, she was inspired to take a picture)

There's Nothing Better Than Friends

We had a visit from Brian, Becky, Ruby & Hayden. They used to live here, on the ranch, but ended up moving away in February. We have all missed them very much and were glad to have their company today!

So Big

Quiana is so proud that her brother is big enough to sit at the table . . . too bad, for him, that he's not big enough to eat!

All Better

Quiana had a Dr. appointment today and we have more good news! Her kidneys are now functioning at 100% - she is fully recovered. We celebrated with some fun at the park with her buddies.

Looking for Berries

Evening at the Fair

We went to the fair last night - but of course the highlight was the rides. Quiana and her friend Destiny could have ridden all night long!!

No More "Pokes"

Quiana had an ultrasound of her blood clot on Tuesday and we have good news - The clot is gone. We have quit giving her shots!!! It seems to make our days much more pleasant now that we don't have to convince her to get "poked" twice a day.

Enjoying the Last Days of Summer

Lots of Play Time

Quiana is taking full advantage of the fact that her brother is no longer quite so fragile. She wants him to be involved with everything she does . . . I think he'll just be tough!


Ready for school??? Maybe just a trip with Dad!


What are they doing??


Their "house" (made of couch cushions)


Let's Swing!