Christmas 2012



Owen Clark McKinley


SUCH A PRECIOUS BOY!

Mommy & Owen

 

I've had an interesting time keeping Owen since the beginning of September.  He was 10 weeks old then.  Now, he is 6 months old.  We've enjoyed him so much!  He's brought lots of laughter to Randy and I.  We both love his hugs! Having him in the house reminds me of Trav when he was little.  He is a happy baby just like Trav was.  The first time he smiled when he saw me I thought I'd cry.  Sophie is adjusting to having someone else get our attention.
Christmas Eve we attended the candlelight service at Henderson.  The music and message were  very good! 
Isaac came by the house and visited with us last week.  It was so good to see him. 
The weather has killed our electricity.  We're staying at Jeremy and Meredith's house in Conway.  Christmas evening the snow and ice converged on Otter Creek.
I'm back now. I've taken a really long break from my blog and several of you have mentioned it.  Í'll try to do better this coming year.

Pop & Owen

Our Star

Today marks 5 years without Travis. It's still hard to believe we'll not see him again during this lifetime. Every moment of every day has been changed because he was taken from us. Randy and I have done the best we can under the circumstances. We have spent the last year trying to live healthier lives. I know in my heart that Trav is pleased with our efforts. Adding Sophie to our family has allowed us to be entertained with her antics. We had a fantastic trip to the Southern Caribbean as a surprise 60th birthday present for me. I've considered recently writing a letter to Andrew to express my feelings about his murdering our son.Everyone has moved on in their lives. Randy and I will forever have a giant void in our lives due to our loss. It's hard to accept the truth! God leads us through each day and gives us the strength we need to function. Travis, son, our love for you will never diminish. You're sorely missed.

Mom & Dad

MARCH ALREADY?

The beginning of this year was difficult.  I've spent a lot of time in depression and pretty secluded.  Luckily, I've been getting better.  I think the clear weather and nice temperatures have helped me.  Randy totally surprised me with a 60th birthday party.  I was so happy to see so many of my dear friends there.  He also purchased a cruise to the Southern Caribbean for us.  I'm thrilled that the Pfeiffers are going with us. 
I've been doing most of my office work from home because the beginning of the year is slow.  Pretty soon I think I'll have to return to work.  The office is getting much busier for Randy.
Normally, we'd be full swing into baseball season by now.  I miss watching Trav play.  He was such a gifted person in so many ways!
Beverly and I have been walking each week at the Two Rivers Bridge and trail.  Randy has been joining me a few times lately.  I'm so glad that I have stayed committed to my fitness plan since January 2011!
I may get healthy yet!
Karen