Sad Buh Bye to Baumholder!

Well, sadly, it's our last day in Baumholder. Guka and Me-me are returning to the states tomorrow and leaving our precious, cute, adorable grandchildren and their parents. It has been a wonderful visit that I'll always cherish. To be with Luke these last several weeks, to hear him call us by name has been awesome. My heart just melts whenever Luke smiles and looks at me.

Today, it is a beautiful sunny day, which has not been the norm while we have been here. Since the day, Guka arrived, it has either snowed or rained. We rented a van on Monday and at least were able to travel around the area a little. On Monday we went to Ramstein Air Base and ate at a Chili's.

On Tuesday we drove to Landstuhl hospital for an appointment and then went over to Kaiserslaurten to shop. On Wednesday, we travelled to Trier, which is a very old German city. It was raining when we first arrived, but we were able to find a nice private dining area at a restaurant and by the time we were finished, the rain had stopped. We checked out some shops and a beautiful cathedral. It was a lot of fun and we were happy Guka was able to experience some of the local culture.

Yesterday, we stayed at home and prepared a special meal since Chris and Mindy had invited their friends, Chaplain Keith Andrews, his wife Monica and their sweet children, Mary Katherine, Elizabeth Anne (twin daughters) and another baby Will. Chris had asked Keith to perform a private dedication service for our Baby Will. It was a wonderful evening as we shared together in fellowship and prayer as Chris and Mindy vowed to teach Will to know and love the Lord.

Today, we are going to walk into Baumholder and walk around the town. Since the sun came out yesterday, we of course, had to return the van and now do not have a vehicle large enough to hold 2 baby seats and 4 adults.

Tonight, we will celebrate Chris' 30th birthday with a steak dinner and some of his favorite dishes. I can't believe it's been 30 years since Steve and I became first time parents!!

Tomorrow, Steve and I leave for the U.S. and back to normal life. There will be a big void but thanks to the internet and web cam we'll keep in touch.

The weather Guka brought!

MeME and Luke for a rare cuddling moment

In front of restaurant in Trier

Cathedral in Trier

Guka with both grandsons

All of us at Will's dedication

Celebration of Chris' 30th birthday