Happy birthday, Jim!

Today is Jim Wingys birthday and I think he has had a pretty good day! Lots of fun treats and good food before beginning game on tomorrow. Happy day, Jim! I love you tons...

Hey, y'all. Ann and I returned today from a visit with the Philpot phamily. We had a wonderful time and a great visit. Part of the adventure was the Tulip Festival at Thanksgiving Point south of Salt Lake City. Above all, I'm reporting that the family is fine and doing well, as you can see in the first photo. Keep in mind that this Friday is Kesiah's birthday -- we hope it's great as she turns eight! (See third photo.)

News

Hello Family

I was able to see Abe and Desiree in Austin this past weekend and share in the excitement of their new surprise. Another blessing to this awesome family.

My plan was to give my news first and their news second in the ole bad news followed by good news trick. Unfortunately Abe had the quick hand and it didn't work. My news is that Marybeth and I are breaking up. This has been a few months in the making. We just weren't happy anymore.

On a happier note I am almost done with my first year of residency. It has been crazy busy and I have been learning a ton. I'm pretty sure I have picked the right field.

I miss all of you and I'm trying really hard to work my schedule out to get home for the Event of Summer 2012. That's what I have started calling Shannon and Birch's big day.

Love ya tons

Jake

News from Chicago

Well, the news from Chicago is that there will be a tiny person joining Jim in the great State of Maryland (assuming Birch doesn't get cold feet) around October 30th. Diz and I could not be more excited. She's not really showing yet, but I am!

Boston Baked Boisen

Well, I ran the Boston Marathon along with 23,000 (4,000 opted not to run due to the record breaking heat) other "touched" runners and actually was able to finish despite spending 15 minutes in a first aid station (pic) at mile 23 cooling down from the first stages of heat exhaustion. Thanks to all that wished me well, I read all your texts on the subway ride (pic) back to the hotel and I got a little choked up. What a great family!

Hopefully Jimmy's results

Way to Go, Jimmy!

I am trying to post the result page for Jimmy's first Boston Marathon but for some reason it won't save to the post. Just to let you all know Jimmy finished in 4:14:18! Couldn't be prouder of you, little bro! We tracked you the entire time online and watched you run! It was amazing! Just wish we knew where you were staying so that we could send ice your way :) Hope you have some pictures and that you get in touch with us soon!! I will keep trying to upload this result page!

Better late than never: Happy birthday, John

I'm a day late, but not a dollar short! John's 59th birthday was yesterday and I hope he had a very happy day. One more year to enjoy those 50's John, then it's on to the great 60's.

Happy Birthday #5!

I am way late on posting this, but whatevs! Emma turned 5 on April 7th and got to celebrate at Gramma and Grampa's house in Great Falls. So we had a great weekend with birthday stuff Saturday and Easter Sunday. Happy Spring!

We love you very much Emma!!!

Congratulations to Joey!

We wanted to share some pictures and the news that Joey was confirmed at Easter Vigil Mass with Jeanine as his sponsor. It was a beautiful celebration and was the culmination of many classes and commitment on Joey's part as a sponsor to an RCIA candidate. We celebrated Easter Sunday with the Billings Moores and had a GREAT time! It was a fantastic Easter weekend! Thank you to Tommy and Jeanine for your hospitality!