Another Week

Hello! It is Sunday afternoon in Guam. I just returned from church and grocery shopping. It has been a busy week here in Guam after a helicopter crash. It is a stark reminder of the risk our pilots and aircrew have, even when training.

We had a great marriage retreat on Saturday called Heart of the Father. 23 couples joined us at a local hotel. My part was Christian Romance, and I think it went well. Courtney was originally supposed to co-teach with me, but they pushed the date back, and she had already returned State-side.

Courtney is doing well, despite missing her husband! She had a doctor appointment yesterday, and all is still well. Even though she continues to have contractions daily, they are not changing anything. So, just part of this pregnancy. Olivia misses her daddy. She constantly asks when she can go home to Guam. Of course, she is having fun too. Yesterday, they went to the zoo. Today, they went to watch her cousins play football. Courtney and her have found a playgroup to attend, and Courtney has found a Bible study with other moms.

I found this article interesting:
The world's tiniest baby - meet the 10oz bundle of defiance

Amazing pictures!

I'm Back / They Aren't

Well, I had to say goodbye to the family on Sunday to return to Guam. It was tough. I returned to work on Wednesday a bit jet lagged and with a bit of a head cold.

The time at home was good though. We were able to play tourist in Branson. We went to Wings of the World, where Olivia got to be in a "magic show." We also went to the Butterfly Palace. Then, Grandma Donner took Olivia for the night so Courtney and I could have a night on the town together. We ate at Red Lobster, went to see the Pierce Arrow Show, and stayed at the hotel.

We were also able to enjoy some good family dinners. We may have just eaten the whole time we were there!

Of particular note, we were able to have another ultrasound -- this one in 3D. You can see all the great pictures by clicking the Photos link on the right.