Our Beloved Sadie

Our dog Sadie died yesterday. Last summer she was diagnosed with a pituitary tumor which we treated aggressively. She was progressing nicely and enjoying life. She loved to go for walks especially at the cabin where she could be off leash and run through the clover. She enjoyed Christmas and New Year at the cabin then suddenly developed some lumps under her jaw. We immediately rushed home to have them biopsied. She had a very aggressive form of lymphoma which was spreading rapidly. She was put to rest yesterday afternoon and is now in doggie heaven chasing squirrels and enjoying a pain-free existance. She was a loyal companion and will be missed from the bottom of our hearts. Bear (formerly Shelby) will help to fill the void, hopefully for many years to come.

Sadie 1999-2009

Merry Christmas Everyone!!!

Our Christmas was wonderful! We spent the holiday at the cabin with Brian and Jennifer who drove 8 hours from Baltimore to spend a few days with us. Kevin and Breezy couldn't make it. They stayed close to home expecting their second baby in a few weeks. Mike and Emma were in Guatamala with friends and Mark and Genevieve were in CT.

We had lots of food, laughter, games, hiking, and rest during the 3 days Brian and Jennifer visited. Jack and Brian even got to play a round of golf. The visit was way too short. We were sad to see them leave.

We celebrated the new year with a group of Jack's golfing buddies at a local restaurant in Forrest City. Great Italian food!!! Then home by 9:00 to watch movies. Didn't quite make it to midnight.

There is nothing more precious than time spent with family and friends. We are so blessed!!!

Happy New year!

Christmas 2008