Many thanks

Thank you to all the friends and family who have posted comments to the blog. I am encouraged to continue the updates whenever I see a new comment.

My dad is in an off week for chemotherapy. Last week he went to the cancer clinic by himself and had no treatment because of one or more low blood levels. (My dad didn't give me any more details.)

As summer approaches my parents have many trips planned. Some of these trips we will enjoy together. Several days will be spent on a houseboat on the Mississippi in June. My family, my brother and I will be joining them for this trip. Also, there will be several trips to Door County that have become annual events for my parents.

Judy's birthday and glassblowing

A few more notes to update the blog. . .

My mom's birthday was during the Florida trip. We celebrated at my brother's house last Sunday. Happy belated birthday, Mom!

Last Monday, the kids, my parents, and I had an unique opportunity to observe and try glassblowing. The type of glassblowing we did is called lampwork. The demonstration was performed by my friend from our homeschool group, Erich.


Above my dad is creating his masterpiece, a glass bead. Rhys, Kyle and I made glass marbles. My dad's and my creations had to be left behind for later delivery because they were still too hot when we left. We can't wait to see how they turn out. (The colors all look orange when the glass is hot.) Thanks again to Erich for opening up his studio for the day to my family and other homeschoolers.