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Live in the moment
And make it so beautiful
That it will be
Worth remembering

It has been 1.5 months and we are still busy making and capturing memories. The kids started summer camp and are loving it. Each week is a different theme and each day a special activity. Izzy's favorite part of summer camp was playing in the tents during camping week. She even got to take a nap inside a tent! Here they are on the first day, then Izzy on Super Hero Day.

Izzy also been soaking up family and doing normal kid things like playing in sprinklers and at the park, eating homemade ice cream, and bouncing.

(Yes, she is wearing rain boots in the sprinkler because her water shoes were left at her aunt's house and she can't walk in grass barefoot.)







We also made it to a small portion of a Tiger's game. It was too hot to stay too long though.

We also had a very special evening, where hospice arranged for us to have family photos taken by the very talented Heather Brown. She was gracious enough to volunteer her time, her talents, and amazing photographs for us. I think you will agree, the results are fabulous. You should check out Heather's work at here and here.

Thank you, Heather, for allowing us to share these wonderful photographs!

For Independence Day weekend, we went to the west side of the state to spend time with Dale's aunt and uncle at their amazing bed and breakfast, Serendipity. Unfortunately, we lost the plug for our camera, so we don't have many pictures from the weekend (hint, hint Aunt June.) We did have a lot of fun though doing things like swimming, riding a Duck boat (amphibious), eating lots of good food, and of course, the fireworks!

We've also dealt with some illnesses along the way. Thankfully, none super bad. Izzy currently has bronchitis. The doc told us this morning that she has to go to the ER if she gets a fever (for fear of pneumonia), but for now, she is okay. He did clear her to attend the Heroes Hurrah tomorrow in celebration of Make-A-Wish Michigan's annual Wish-A-Wish 300 mile bike ride fundraiser. Izzy will be placing medals on bikers and can't wait!
Top of our agenda right now though is filling Team Izzy for the Congenital Heart Walk on Sunday, September 29, 2013 at Depot Park in Clarkston. Will you join us? We have a goal of 15 walkers and raising $3000. I promise it will be a great morning! There is food, fun, face painting, and hugs from Izzy (unless she is grumpy like last year). What could be more fun? Follow this link to join Team Izzy!

Finally, I'll end with some final photos from this last month. Note the pink and the winter pajamas Izzy asks to wear every night.

Happy Summer!

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23 Message(s) from Carepages

Posted Aug 2, 2013 11:05am

by Marti VanRavenswaay

There is a theme to all these fabulous pictures -- LOVE!!!!! All wonderful to enjoy and appreciate!!! Praying Izzy remains ER-free!!!! Sending love, hugs, and prayers for all.

Posted Jul 30, 2013 10:41pm

by Elaine Blaser

The pics are super.. Lots of prayers being sent your way..Love to you all.

Posted Jul 29, 2013 12:06pm

by Barb Ball

The pictures are fabulous! Feeling so lucky to still be able to see and hug Ms. Izz when she drops off and picks up big brother! :) Ms. Barb

Posted Jul 29, 2013 7:57am

by Jonna Ellis

Thank you for sharing your wonderful pictures with us. :)

Posted Jul 28, 2013 11:18pm

by Kathleen Angeli-Voyt

Precious and heartwarming pictures and post! Holding you all close in thought and prayer.
Love to you-

Posted Jul 28, 2013 4:58pm

by Mary Stefanides

The pictures Heather did are beautiful. It appears that she even captured Izzy's little attitude in one, I love it.
Aunt Mary

Posted Jul 28, 2013 1:38pm

by Amy Fleck

1. Thank you for sharing all the happy pictures and fun with us.
2. The photographer's pictures were awesome!!
xo

Posted Jul 28, 2013 11:54am

by Donna Telly

Happy to see you are taking time to smell the "daisies". Love your photos.

Posted Jul 28, 2013 9:08am

by mary tobin

Fabulous photos!! I think that's the biggest bowl of ice cream ever. Go Izzy!! Stay Cool and continue to have lots of fun. Hey, to Phin. Love , Mary T.

Posted Jul 28, 2013 2:17am

by June Spriggs

What a bunch of wonderful pictures!! We will send you some of your visit here! It was so great spending time with you all !!! Love June & David

Posted Jul 28, 2013 2:15am

by Julia Prentice

Awww...I could look at photos of Izzy all day long! I love the family pics...they are so very precious!

Posted Jul 27, 2013 10:56pm

by Cindy Taylor

Those pictures are so precious, and some of them are absolutely perfect enough for magazines and such! What a beautiful family. <3 Thank you so much for giving us a photo tour of your summertime fun!
Cindy =^..^=

Posted Jul 27, 2013 10:53pm

by Margaret Silver

Someone really loves the color pink! The pictures are wonderful. Hope you all enjoy the summer.

Posted Jul 27, 2013 10:25pm

by Melody Vandee

It looks like you have had a fun summer! Loved all of the pictures...Heather is an awesome @ photography...many beautiful shots and memories of everyone together enjoying family time!! Thanks for sharing!

Posted Jul 27, 2013 9:02pm

by Kelly Curtis

Great pictures! So happy that you guys are having such a good summer!

Posted Jul 27, 2013 8:39pm

by Jennifer Marvin

So glad you are getting to make all these beautiful memories with Izzy she is so beautiful and she looks so happy your family pictures are awesome big heart hugs to Izzys and your family.

Posted Jul 27, 2013 7:18pm

by Terri Maxim

these pictures are incredible! Heather did an amazing job capturing a family having fun and making special memories. My personal favorite was of Izzy with the ice cream.......priceless.
Praying for a speedy recovery from the bronchitis. I can't be there for the walk, but is there a way to donate in her name?
blessings to a very special family

Posted Jul 27, 2013 6:36pm

by susan wit

beautiful...i was just wondering how all of you were doing. we will get together soon.

Posted Jul 27, 2013 6:09pm

by Connie Testement

Thanks for sharing all these wonderful photos. I especially love all the family ones. You've all made wonderful long-lasting memories.
MoMo Connie
cp: Katie's Heart Journey

Posted Jul 27, 2013 5:11pm

by Bonnie Hunter

These photos show a family enjoying life! They are all wonderful. The family photos by Heather are absolutely stunning. I have to say that Izzy and that ice cream is priceless. If one is going to eat ice cream, it should be a really, really big bowl.
Best,
Bonnie

Posted Jul 27, 2013 5:10pm

by Linelle Giles

Such awesome pics and priceless memories. I love seeing pictures of Izzy - I've never had the pleasure of meeting her but thru her pics her larger than life personality shines through!

Posted Jul 27, 2013 4:43pm

by Erica Fonck

Amazing memories and photos. Praying her little bug passes quick with no hospital visits.

Posted Jul 27, 2013 4:37pm

by Jean Hammond

Wonderful pictures and wonderful memories! Izzy looks like she has been having fun and she looks so energetic! Prayers continue for a special family!