I'm So Excited!

I know that I mentioned last week that I've begun walking on the treadmill each day. Last week I accumulated 4.33 miles. TODAY I WALKED MY FIRST MILE!! I know you're saying, "OK, Karen, that's really no big deal." But, contrary to your beliefs, it's a very big deal for me. I've never committed myself to something that had to do with exercise and stayed with it because of the arthritis pain in my hips and knees. I'm excited that I've gained distance each day and I could actually walk a mile without pain. I'm attributing this to the Mona-vie Active that I've been drinking for three months now. I'm hoping that my small accomplishment might encourage some more of my loved ones to try this product for yourselves. I'm amazed at how much my fatigue has disappeared and been replaced with energy to spare.

Randy and I sat down a couple of nights ago to write our goals for our business. We have a 5 year plan to reach our goals. One of the most important to us is to be able financially to honor Travis with some type of memorial that will make a difference in the lives of others. We'll be working especially hard to increase our business to reach this particular goal. COME JOIN US! How can a juice with 19 fruits including the "super food", ACAI, hurt you?

Love to everyone. God bless you each day as He is doing in our lives.

Karen

Independence Day

I went out to water the yard this morning and while I was watering it began to rain. I got soaked, but I didn't even try to get out of the rain. It felt good to feel the rain on my skin and to see God's creation around me drinking it in. When I decided the neighbors may be coming out to check if I'd lost my mind, I retreated to the garage. I opened the door and sat there in one of our "garage sale" chairs and enjoyed the peacefulness around me. A hummingbird came into the garage and flew around and left. Isn't God amazing?

Randy and Jeremy had gone early this morning to play golf. The rain didn't reach them so they got to finish the whole course. I'm always glad when they get to spend some time together. I know Randy cherishes his friendship just as Trav did.

I've been walking all week on the treadmill. In the last 5 days I've accumulated 3 miles. I know that sounds pitiful to some of you, but I'm starting at a very different place than most of you. Luckily, the Mona-vie has relieved most of my fatigue and I'm able to accomplish more things each day. In case you haven't checked out our new electronic business center, the address is:

http://www.the-team.biz/mv983661. There's so much good information about this nutritional drink on the website. Why don't you check it out? Love to you all.

Karen

Randy's Birthday at Court

This is how I looked

yesterday.

Yesterday was extremely hard for me. I wanted Randy to have a good birthday, but I was especially emotional and stressed all day. The Defense Attorney wants to have the last psychiatric examination excluded because the Dr. that did the exam had seen Andrew once for an hour in 2003 in his second year of residency at UAMS. He did an intake eval and did not remember Andrew at all. However, the attorney made a big deal of it and it will be awful if his report does not get included. It was very thorough and he spoke on the stand as a knowledgeable professional who would be a great asset to Trav's justice. We did offer a plea bargain of 40 years if Andrew will plead guilty. That way we can get this behind us and not have to deal with a jury trial and the possibility of someone taking pity on his retarded appearance. I'm so ready for all of this legal malarky to be over. I want our lives to get to some sense of normalcy. I don't know when or if that will ever happen, but I know that these continuing visits to court are driving me batty! I feel like I make progress and then I go to a hearing and slide back to GO! Luckily, Becky, Sharon, Rachel and Kenny were there to support us. Beth met us for lunch at HB's and they served us birthday cake and sang to Randy. That was a hoot! He really doesn't like that kind of attention in public. Neither do I.

Trav, Dad and I are doing the best we can to obtain justice for you, sweetie. We ask questions of the Prosecutor and make suggestions as often as we're allowed. Please be patient with us. We're doing all that we can do. We love you with all of our hearts. Mama

On the Road Again

We spent the night in Louisville, KY, and just left for Columbus, OH. It's been a comfortable trip. We haven't been crowded with two to a seat in the van. We sure will be glad to get settled in Columbus. The conference will be a new venture and packed with distributors. I'm anxious to hear the leaders in our organization and gain more information about the product and sales. It's going to be a very busy weekend, I'm sure. There are meetings scheduled at the conference through Sunday. We probably won't return home until Monday. Love to everyone. I hope you're all doing well. I'm mssing all of you. Take care and keep in touch. I've got the laptop with me, obviously. Randy says hi.

Karen

I'm Free

Since I've been out of school I've tried to update all of my Dr. appointments. Good news from the mammogram..no signs of cancer. They don't need to see me for another year. That makes 7 years now from my diagnosis. I have something scheduled almost every day this week in order to get caught up during the summer. This weekend Randy and I have decided to attend the national TEAM/MONA-VIE conference in Columbus, Ohio. We'll be riding with others from central Arkansas and look forward to getting to know several new people in our organization. I imagine we'll be back by Monday. This will be a tremendous step for both of us to be with a group of people for the entire weekend that we hardly know. I'm a little nervous. Hopefully, we'll gain a lot of information and enthusiasm about our product that we can come back and share with our teammates. Keep a good thought for our journey. Love to everyone.

Karen

Changes in Maumelle

I wanted to share the latest pictures of our new home. It seems like the changes have been going quickly lately. The agent there pointed out that things will slow down a lot once they begin the interior work. It's fun to be able to tell where all of the spaces are now. It seems larger than it did when it was just the concrete foundation.

I only have one more meeting tomorrow. I'll be off at 3:30 and I won't return to school until August 5th & 6th for registration days. I'm so ready for a break. Randy's team did well in the tournament over the weekend. They placed second and Randy did well even with playing 5 games in one day and 2 the next. I don't know how he does it. I'd never be able to stand the heat like he does. The real estate agent is coming tomorrow to bring the contract to put our house on the market. I hope things go smoothly and we have a generous offer very soon. Love to everyone.

Karen

May 31, 2008 A Memorable Day

We remember laughter, loving, singing, caring, FUN, genuineness, respect, hugs, sports, FULL OF LIFE, a man of true character.

Friends Forever
Beautiful Hearts & Souls Everywhere!












Josiah
reaching for OG!

FOOD & FELLOWSHIP

LOTS OF BEAUTIFUL SMILES!

There were about 40 people on Saturday to have a brief memorial time with our friend, Bob Torres, and HB's provided a wonderful meal. It is a true GIFT when friends come together to support each other during difficult times. Randy and I appreciate all of you for taking the time to be with us on a difficult day. We read all of the wonderful messages you left in the Memory Box. There was a common theme that we discovered in them. When we think of Travis we remember his contagious laughter and "lively" singing. However, more importantly, we remember a warm-hearted, true friend, respectful and loving person who always showed each of us how important we were in his life. Those are things that will remain in our hearts forever. Thanks to everyone. I hope you enjoy the pictures from Saturday.

Karen