Good morning friends! Busy day with Max's school fair. Daddy committed two days to burly labor and the day went really well. It's awesome to see a body of people come together and make something special come to fruition. It reminds me of this verse:


And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another... Hebrews 24-25a

When we make time for one another under the banner of Christ, In heart and deed, the fruit that is born of that time can be so rich! I remember while living at UCLA the thing I missed second to my family and home was fellowship with the saints. I needed and wanted to be with people who could pray for me and weep with me- to bear with me while under such distress. I know that as we invest into one another, the depth and growth can be marvelous. I believe the way to achieve this is by sincerity and a genuine heart. No holds barred. It's good to be home and draw on that strength. God made it a point to direct us to one another. Thank you for being with us...

Seth has had a great week. We are currently trying to work out getting state financed for his ongoing health issues. The bills that come through are ridiculous as you can imagine. One medication is over $1000 and another $600 per month and he's on 5 medications! We're grateful for our insurance, but the rates are being raised $300 more per month! So yes, we will have to apply for assistance. The bills get out of hand! I think I last tallied the UCLA surgery and stay it was just shy of one million dollars. I think I just digressed!

So Seth will go to see an allergist soon. We are trying to work out the details for when and where. His reaction to milk products is still sensitive, so we want to ensure we never put him in danger with nuts, strawberries, etc. Obviously we won't do the "poking" allergy testing, but rather a blood panel to deternine what he may or may not have an allergy propensity toward.

All in all, our little guy is growing up just great. He took his first steps this last week! He hasn't since, but that's okay! He can and that's what's really wonderful. He walks around holding a finger and we let go here and there... his balance is great! We have yet to capture it on camera...

Well, off to church! Hope your week is wonderful and rich. If anyone wants to personally email, please do so at thegaa@yahoo.com and I'll be sure to email you back. Questions, comments? I would love to hear from you!


Agape,

Sam