
We spent the 4th of July in Park River, ND, and had a great day with the Halls. My cousin Bjorn, his wife Sveta and their daughter, Bianca, made the trip from the east coast and we got to celebrate Bianca’s 2nd birthday with her! Lauren loved being one of the gang- my cousins’ kids kept her entertained and she was in love with baby Liam. All she wanted to do was hold him, kiss him, and rock him- what a little mother.
Jeff was able to come home for the week, too, and Jonny arrived a few days later. Josh and I headed back home with one less passenger in the car- Lauren stayed back in Grafton with Grandma, Grandpa and her uncles while Josh and I worked and enjoyed a few nights out in the Cities. All I can say is that when we met up with them the following weekend, Grandma was pretty worn out and Lauren didn’t want to take naps anymore! They had a great time together and it was good for them to experience her personality and get to know her better without us there.
We also had a fun gathering with the Fedje’s this past weekend in Detroit Lakes. The annual golf scramble was fun as always and we had the perfect weather to enjoy time at the lake together.
Erin’s condition is slowly improving and she has moved to a rehab facility to start the therapy needed for her to regain her strength and mobility. Her strong faith and sense of humor through this whole ordeal just amazes me- we continue to pray for a full recovery and her return home to Joe and Anne.





















































