Yes, we are still alive and kicking...I think! To say the least, it's been a tough week with Michael working over 70 hours in the hay field, trying to prepare for VBS, running the shop, and running the kids here there and everywhere. On top of it all, little Lainey is trying to get sick and poor thing just can't slow down enough to let her body heal. She is a trooper though, still going strong. She spiked a fever earlier this week and the Doc says it's viral, so we quarantined her for a couple days and I'm hoping it blows over. So updates on the fam:
Daddy and Mommy: We are going full blast this summer with youth outing after youth outing. We have received a huge call toward youth ministry, even stronger than before, so here we go. We have given it to God and He is blessing the group beyond measure. We pray we can continue to reach more kids and in turn have a blast doing it. So far this Summer we have hit up Doe River Gorge, Bo's, and tonight he takes the kids camping in Wilkes. Tent and all.....we'll see how that goes! We are quickly learning how to parent a strong willed child and wonder how parents do it without God's direction. Trathan is in love with life but can be very trying at times. Lainey is still addicted to mommy and will probley stay like that the rest of her life. They are both so lovable and love life. We have enjoyed biking with the kids out on the Greenway. They ride in the trailer and eat breakfast while we pull them along. Pray for Michael and I that we will stay at the fingertips of Christ and His calling.
Trathan: HAS A NEW BIKE!!! and the little guy is thrilled!! We took him to Cook's and found a great bike, just prefect for him. He knows his boundaries (as he has taken a few tumbles) but happily gets right back up and goes on. After he fell for the first time he says, "Mom, that's what bikes are for." Man I love this kid. He is pumped about VBS next week! Aunt Jenny is his teacher once again, and she does the best job with these kids. He comes home with Jesus on his lips and I LOVE THAT!!
Lainey: Is using the POTTY!! We are so excited that she loves to wear undies and enjoys pottying on her own potty. She went through this right at 12 months but we didn't push it, well now that is a different story. I am ready to be diaper free at the Gragg house! We totally overreact when she goes herself, especially number2 :) That might have been TMI but we a so excited!!! She is using words all the time and communicates best with brother of course. They play so well together, I really could not ask for more!
Life at the Gragg is in no way boring these days. Between our Chickens, yes I said Chickens, 30 of them to be exact, but that's for a different day, ministry opportunities, children, and free time we can fill it up pretty good!! We fill so full right now, maybe even overflowing a little. We are blessed. Praise God for His blessings.
~Casey
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