Abe's 4th casting

Yesterday we got Abe's cast soaked and wrapped. Brooke stayed with the girls while Abe and I went to the hospital. Once we got to the hospital we got to meet two other families being treated there. It's so nice to meet others going through the same thing. Maria cut his cast off carefully to save them for Mike. She is just so very sweet. In between casting we weighed Abe and he had lost 1 oz. We are thinking he is burning calories lifting those cast. We will weigh him again on Friday. I talked to the peditrician's office and they said do not supplement right now. So we will wait and see what happens on Friday. Waiting to see what Abe's Aunt Dr. Helen thinks too.

Once she got the cast off I was amazed at his feet. They are so very sweet. They were sweet before but every time I see them now I just keep picturing him running around on them. When the cast are taken off they go right back to the way they were but when you touch them they are easy to move where as before they were very stiff. There were a few doctors with Dr. Ponseti. He was trying to stretch Abe's feet but Abe was crying and very uncomfortable. He doesn't believe in hurting them so he asked me to put him in my lap. That helped a lot. One of the doctor's was stretching his feet wrong and as Dr. Ponseti corrected him he said you have to be very gentle because babies are like glass and they will break. He is just such a sweet and caring man. He said that he will have about 4 more cast.

It was Brooke's birthday and Mimi was treating us. Thanks Mimi! The Dr. told me of a couple of places to go but they were closed on Monday. We decided we would try the power company but I couldn't find it. I just do not know what happened to me. When Mike called last night he told me where it was. We may try that later in the week. We ended up back at our old faithful Texas Roadhouse. Once again it was great. Our waiter was Timmy and Michala fell in love. He was so very sweet and she kept flirting with him. I had to get a picture of them together so daddy could see. I will post the pictures on our blog. Marlee Anne also got pictures of Brooke on the saddle. Marlee Anne got a big kick out of that one.

I LOVE Dancing with the Stars and we watched it last night. We were watching it and talking to Mike at the same time. He wasn't watching it though. I thought it was neat when they showed Kristi's cast when she was little. Whatever Abe decides to do when he grows up I will never forget to be thankful for Dr. Ponseti for "fixin" his feet. Cindi reminded me this morning that once again we are making a memory.

One more week!!! WOOHOO!!! We can't wait for dad to come back. I knew it would be hard being away from him but this is making me sick. My heart hurts.

While Shirley was here she painted Michala's toes. Well she is so proud of that and keeps showing them off. Michala and Marlee Anne loved that extra attention they got while she and Ashlen was here. Mary Elizabeth, Abe & I are fine in the room but those two girls have to get out and roam the halls. They were so excited once Brooke got here too.

My sister sent me a package by Brooke with a beautiful key chain. It was made to auction off for Relay and my sister got it. It's a angel wing and has Michala's birthstone on it. It's so beautiful!

I got a beautiful cross in my pocket from a long time family friend along with a card of wonderful encouragement. I also received a beautiful handmade card from my friend in Canada. It's such a blessing to know that so many people are thinking of us and remembering us in their prayers.

Thanks to everyone for your support and prayers. It's has been storming this morning but it looks like the sun is trying to shine.

Our day today

Well today was a day filled with crying once Shirley and Ashlen left to drive back to Wisconsin. We had a wonderful time with them and it was hard to see them go. My back appreciated the much needed break from lifting the girls. Just to have the emotional support and friendship here meant so very much.

Last night when Marlee Anne went to the mall she got Joseph a Webkinz puppy. Not exactly like hers but he was really excited to get it. I am attaching a picture of them together.

Today a group brought sloppy joes, taco salad (reminded me of Tamela's and was such a nice touch of home), congealed salads, potato salad (not Staci's or Aunt Gwen's, but Michala enjoyed it), and lots of cookies and cookie bars. I am missing food from home. It is so nice to have such kind people doing this though. I looked out the window these morning and saw about 10 cars drive up. Everyone that got out had some sort of dish to bring in. For drinks they place a cup of quarters out for everyone to go downstairs and get a soft drink. They have two drink machines and the drinks are only a quarter.

The temp did drop last night in the room to about 63 but everyone seems to be doing ok from it. We bundled up really good. Today the sun is shining and the room has warmed up so hopefully it will not get as cold.

Shirley brought Michala a bag full of magazines so now it really looks like home. Michala loves to flip through and tear up magazine. I can't believe I forgot to bring some from home. That has made a huge difference with Michala's attitude too. She was missing her magazines.
















Tonight one of my "little sisters" Brooke is flying in to spend the week with us. All of us are excited about her coming. Hopefully the weather will be nice so we can get out and do some fun stuff while she is here. If not we will get some much needed rest I guess. Please pray she has a safe flight.

Tomorrow Abe has his 4th casting. Please pray that he will do good during the casting and it will be very successful. I can't wait to see his feet when they take the cast off. Also please pray that he has gained weight. I will check in some time tomorrow evening to let ya'll know how it goes. Thanks so much for your continued prayers.

What a peace!

Well since last night we have not had internet service. Just got it back and I am so glad. Yesterday our friends arrived around 1:30. Just to see them and have them here is such a peace.

Michala loves Shirley. She has been beating her up since she got here. Michala needs that one on one attention so much and has been getting it. Shirley said Mike paid Michala $5 to beat her like she is. She is just giving her lots of love pats.

Shirley's daughter, Ashlen came along with her. She has been such a huge help too. Marlee Anne loves playing with her. Ashlen loves babies so she has been great with Abe.

Yesterday it stopped raining so we decided to go to Texas Roadhouse. I have been wanting to go back there since we went there with Mike. We got there and there was a 2 hour wait. We went to the mall instead. That way everybody got to choose what they wanted to eat at the food court. We walked around for a little while and it was really nice to get out. I didn't even push one of the girls or carry Abe. I actually walked alone and drank my coffee. I am telling ya'll it's the little things that are really so very huge to me. I hate last night without feeding someone at the same time. The only time that happens is when we are at the Lighthouse.

It was 1:00 AM before we got in bed. Mary Elizabeth was up until 3:00, then Michala woke up at 4:00 having a seizure. Not an unusual night for us but it made that nap I got to take today that much more important to me.

We all got up and got ready for an early lunch. You guessed it the Texas Roadhouse. It was so very good! Once again I got to eat without feeding someone else. By the time we got finished the temperature had dropped considerably. We headed back to the house.

Shirley, Ashlen & Marlee Anne made suckers which were just delicious and beautiful! Marlee Anne was very proud. Then they got Abe and Michala and they all went down to the library to watch a movie. They popped some popcorn to enjoy with their movie. I think Mary Elizabeth and I were asleep before they left. Mike called and woke me up which was absolutely fine because I was waiting for him to call. It was nice to have time to talk to him without Marlee Anne and Michala wanting to talk to him too. I miss him so much and I am marking the days until he is back.

The four of them went down to eat tacos that the girl scouts brought. They brought me something up and dropped Michala off. Then they headed out for the mall. It will be a couple of days before we get to get out again so they were going to get Marlee Anne out on more time before they leave tomorrow.

Last night it started getting really cold in our room and we couldn't figure out why. Shirley asked and we are connected to the University heating system. They cut it off yesterday so we have no heat. Please pray that Mary Elizabeth & Abe don't get too cold without the hit. It's supposed to get down to 47 tonight.

We got two wonderful packages yesterday. Blue Plate mayo and YooHoos along with a much needed journal from some really special friends of mine. Also we got Focus t-shirts, bracelets and note holders. I don't think I have told ya'll about Marlee Anne's best friend sending her something all the time. She colored a picture and cut it into puzzle pieces. In the first envelope she sent one puzzle piece, a baggie and a note telling her that she would be sending her a puzzle piece and for her to keep the pieces in the bag until she could put the puzzle together. It was such a great idea. Marlee Anne can't wait to get the mail and see if she has gotten more mail from Mackenzie.

Today we got a CD with 6 sermons from our church along with the outlines. That was such a blessing to receive. I am anxious to get to listen to those. Mary Elizabeth got a birthday card and gift from her cousins too. She was excited for some mail with her name on it. We got a card from a dear couple we used to go to church with. Even though we know so many people are praying for us it's night to get the confirmation.

Last night they had their Relay for Life. We didn't find out about it in time to go. Today there was an Iowa football game so there was traffic every where around the house.

Thanks so much to everyone for supporting us on this journey. Thank you for your continued prayers!!!

Abe made the Iowa newspaper

Although there are countless people across the world who could tell the stories of how Dr. Ignacio Ponseti changed their lives with his revolutionary clubfoot procedure, few people could tell his story better than his wife.
Helena Percas-Ponseti, wife of the world-renowned doctor, briefly discussed and signed copies of her book, "Homage to Iowa: The Inside Story of Ignacio V. Ponseti," Thursday night at Barnes and Noble. Her husband and inspiration for the book sat with her during the signing.
Although Ignacio Ponseti's reputation is known throughout the world for his development of a pioneering non-surgical treatment for clubfoot, Helena Percas-Ponseti said she didn't know how knowledgeable her husband was about other subjects until she traveled with him.
"I discovered as I was traveling with him that I married someone who knew a lot," she said.
Whenever they traveled, no matter where they went, Helena said her husband knew just where to go and just what to do. That insightfulness inspired her to tell his story, she told a crowd of about 75 people.
"As I traveled the world with my husband, I then realized I had to write his biography," Helena said.
The biography traces Ignacio Ponseti's life from his upbringing in Spain to serving in the Spanish Civil War before ultimately making his way to Iowa where he made a name for himself across the globe.
Ignacio Ponseti's influence was evident Thursday night, even in the Coralville bookstore, as people whose lives he had touched came to see him again and buy a copy of his wife's book.
Kelli Hopkins said she came from Georgia to have Ponseti treat her 2-month-old's clubfoot. As her son, Abraham, slept in a baby carrier, Hopkins got teary-eyed as she described watching Ponseti work on her son.
"It's like a master's hands," Hopkins said. "He knew exactly what he was doing."
Ignacio Ponseti also is scheduled be recognized for his lifetime of work at the Fifth Annual Hoover-Wallace Dinner on Saturday night at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. Ponseti, former Sen. John Culver and former Rep. Jim Leach will be honored at the dinner for their years of public service.
Ignacio Ponseti himself had little to say before meeting with many of the people gathered at the bookstore, leaving the spotlight and praise for his wife.
"If I knew how to write as well as she does, I would write her biography," Ponseti said.

I couldn't get the picture posted.

Let it rain!

Sometimes I really dread the rain. Today I prayed that the rain would hold off until late tonight so that we could get to the book signing. The day was a quiet and relaxing day. Which was welcomed after the night. Abe was uncomfortable with his cast but today has been much better.


Marlee Anne taught Abe some new things today. He was awake and very happy for quite a while and she took advantage of it. She told him to stretch and raise his arms to make them strong. She told him he needed strong arms to open doors for people, pull chairs out for ladies and blow kisses to his mommie. You never know what she is going to come up with.



We all got ready and decided we would go to the book signing. It was at Barnes & Noble at the mall. We parked at B&N and walked through to the inside of the mall. We decided to eat at Chick-fil-a. I told Marlee Anne we needed to find a map so that we could find the food court. She said mom I know where it is. OK I am the one that has my name on my tag so that I can find my van. If I go in a store in the mall I do not remember which direction I was going when I come out. No joke! Here is my 5 year old showing me where to go in a mall she has only been in twice. Thankfully she has her daddy's sense of direction.




In just a few minutes we were at Chick-fil-a. The first thing Marlee Anne notice was the cow there. She immediately started talking about Mackenzie loving the cow. After getting our food a man in a tux offered to carry our food to the table. I looked at him and said WOW they don't do that in Georgia. He laughed and said well it's our 1 year anniversary. I said WHEW ok ya'll don't always do that. He said no. As soon as we were seated an employee came up and asked what she could get for us. She went and got us straws, napkins, ketchup, mayo & of course polynesian sauce. While we were eating the cow came to our table and Marlee Anne wanted to get her picture with him. Then of course Mary Elizabeth & Michala. Abe was sleeping so I talked her out of that picture. That was tough because she said but mom it's his first time ever seeing the Chick-fil-a cow and he may never get to see him again. LOL!!! When we finished eating the same employee from earlier came up and took our trash. Everyone got a free dessert so she went and got ours. I was VERY impressed with this Chick-fil-a.









We headed back to Barnes & Noble. The manager showed us where to go so we could get a spot to see. Marlee Anne was excited that Dr. Ponseti was there with his wife. As we were waiting for it to start, Maria, Dr. Ponseti's nurse came in and came over to sit with us. Michala really loves her. Michala always seems to find that special one to connect with no matter where we go. Maria is certainly very special. Dr. Ponseti's wife said that she would be brief as she spoke. She said that they had always traveled separately. One time he had a trip planned to Europe and she decided she would go with him. She said on that trip she realized she had a very smart husband that knew a lot about a lot of things. They continued to travel together. She said that she didn't want any - she paused here searching for the right word. Someone near her said royalties. She said yes royalties. All the proceeds of the book will go to find someone that will have the knowledge her husband has and his desire to find out more about club feet. I just continued to cry. They are an amazing couple. Dr. Ponseti spoke and said that he is probably the only mad whose wife had to write his biography. He said if he had the gift of writing like she does he would write hers. I hope her book tells how long they have been married. If not I will have to remember to ask at the next appt.


The room was packed and it was wonderful to see how he has touched so many lives. A very nice lady asked us if Mary Elizabeth was one of his precious patients. I told her no just the baby. She said he is a special man and we are proud to have him. People in Iowa City are all touched by him. Marlee Anne was anxious to have her picture made with him. The other day when we went to the hospital I wouldn't let her wear her Kansas City hat but tonight I forgot about it. So here he is in a suit and here is my beautiful daughter in her KC hat. I asked Dr. Ponseti's wife if she would hold Abe for a picture. She said I don't know how. I said have you forgotten. She said no I have never held a baby. It was such a precious and memorable experience. As I was taking pictures the photographers from the local newspaper was also taking pictures. Afterwards they asked questions and took down all the info. I guess we will see tomorrow if they made the paper.























As we got ready to leave Barnes & Noble I noticed the rain. Not a sprinkle but a down pour. On the way out a very nice couple held the doors open for us. She stopped us to ask how we were doing it and why. I explained to her what was going on. Several people tonight at the book signing asked why we were there and why we came out in that weather. I was so thrilled to meet more people from Iowa. I was very touched by there kindness. It's definitely a more laid back and slower pace than in Georgia I think. Very peaceful. Back to us leaving. We got out to the van and all loaded up without getting too terribly soaked.


We decided we needed a treat on the way back to the house. I stopped at Starbucks and Marlee Anne chose an ice cream. Dairy Queen it was. She ended up getting a Mister Misty, excuse me I mean an Artic Blast. She LOVED it!!! Michala had her ice cream at Chick-fil-a. Mary Elizabeth was just ready for her oatmeal and ready to stretch out.




Back at the house I pulled under the awning to get them out. A volunteer asked Marlee Anne if she wanted to walk in with her. As I was pushing Michala in they began talking. I was thinking oh my no telling what Marlee Anne is going to tell them. When I pushed Mary Elizabeth in she was sitting at the desk with two volunteers. She was of course doing all the talking. After getting Abe out of the van and getting back in she wanted to know if Mary Elizabeth & Michala were twins. I told her no 15 & 10. She asked something about a link between the girls diagnosis. I told her no and was about to begin to tell her more about it and Marlee Anne said mom I told them already. I looked at the volunteer and she told me some of what Marlee Anne told them. I was amazed that Marlee Anne knew as many medical terms as she does. I was thinking I might should apologize for anything she said that she shouldn't have but I think she stuck with the medical stuff. LOL!!!



Mail today included beautiful handmade cards and a birthday card for Mary Elizabeth.



Our day ended in a wonderful way. Oh yes the title of the post. Let it rain! A couple of ways you can look at the rain. My first thought when I saw the down pour was how am I going to get the girls out there and out of their wheelchairs without getting them and their wheelchairs soaked. That thought went away very quickly. Walking in the rain was actually very refreshing tonight. Even driving in it. It felt like it was a cleansing of my soul. I prayed that as the rain flowed it would take away my fears, my worries and all thoughts of things I have no control over. I only wanted peace left. I wanted to be left with this feeling of contentment that I have right now. It's my prayer that each one of you have a night/day filled with peace. Whatever your worry, whatever your fear, whatever your heartache, may the rains come, may you be left with God's peace. May you be filled with contentment.


Thank you to each one of you that said a prayer for us today. The prayers were felt. The rains have come and the peace is here. I have to head to bed now. Mike's friend is driving down from Wisconsin tomorrow. She is going to spend the weekend with us.

Thankful for the sunset

I don't think I have ever been so thankful for the sunset. It's time to rest right. I didn't say sleep because I am not so sure there will be very much of that. I am so very tired, my eyes are filled with tears and I am so ready for this day to be over.

The wind was blowing so very hard this morning. I got up and got everyone ready to go. Soaked Abe's cast and wrapped them. I was able to pull the van under the awning at the house to hopefully block some of the wind. The wind was blowing the van on the way to the hospital. I was hoping this was the only glitch in our day but I wasn't so sure. When we pulled in the parking deck at the hospital there was our perfect parking place. I blinked because I couldn't believe what I saw. It's amazing sometimes what little things in life help to make life a little easier. That perfect parking spot sure did. I got everyone unloaded, Mary Elizabeth and Michala in their wheelchairs and Abe strapped on. Even though we were in the parking deck the wind was so strong it blew Michala away in her wheelchair. Marlee Anne was a very big helper and pushed Michala.

We got into the hospital and made it to our appt early. Maria got Abe's cast cut off and I cried when I saw his precious little feet. I could see it working. We took him to weigh him and he has lost 3 oz. PLEASE pray that he gains some weight before Monday. I didn't even get to take pictures of his feet because Dr. Ponseti was in the room waiting on us when we got back. There were also two physical therapist from Wales. They are practicing with Dr. Ponseti because they do the Ponseti method in Wales and actually do the casting. There was a Dr from Iraq and one from Iran along with the other two from Italy. We had a room full today. I am just amazed to see that doctors travel so far to learn from Dr. Ponseti. It shows you just what a master he is.

Dr. Ponseti was able to get Abe's foot straight. He seemed very pleased as was I. Because of the position he got his foot in he had to bend his knee a lot so that the casts wouldn't slide off. Abe is not comfortable with it but hopefully tomorrow will be better.

It takes 24 hours for his cast to dry so after going through McDonalds drive thru for a treat we went back to the house. It was a VERY long afternoon.

I started this email around sunset. I had a bad attitude and you want to know what God used to change that attitude? A poopy diaper by Abe. I was so excited that Marlee Anne called Mike to tell him. He didn't share my excitement in quite the same way. It had been a while since Abe had been and I had even called his peditrician about it. Once again sometimes it's the small things that bring smiles to our faces and eases our worries.

We heard Joseph in the hall so we opened the door to say hello. He was walking in his cast with his grandaddy and mom. We had such a great time cheering him on. He would walk a few steps then fall face first. He laughed so hard. We just cheered and he got back up and started again. We had an easier time communicating with them tonight. This is the family from Italy. Marlee Anne let Joseph play with Sophie her little stuffed dog. Well Joseph walked off with it. His mom realized and made him give it back to Marlee Anne. He was so upset and started screaming. Marlee Anne was so very torn. She wanted so bad to give it to him but she knew she would miss it. She asked if we could try to find him one so he could have one like it.

Tonight I got to meet the mom from South America. We had been emailing back and forth but had not run into each other yet. While we were talking to the family from Italy she came up and introduced herself. We are going to try to get together tomorrow and spend some time together.

A highlight of our day was a wonderful package we received. It was from my friend from Snapping Shoals. She makes the most wonderful cookies in the world and the box was filled with oatmeal chocolate chip, peanut butter (I will try to save some for Mike) and chocolate chip. They are heavenly! Talk about a comfort food. She sent Mary Elizabeth & Michala each the cutest little Minnie Mouse. Abe got the softest Tigger. I hope it becomes his George cause it's so sweet! Marlee Anne quickly claimed the playdoh kit and has really enjoyed that today. We have all enjoyed reading the beautiful books she included. We even have a new Curious George coloring book and crayons.

I also received a beautiful handmade card from one of the PC Crafters. I am thinking it may be Kathy's friend. The card is so beautiful!

Tomorrow night we are hoping to get to Barnes & Noble for the book signing. Dr. Ponseti's wife has written a book about him and she is having a book signing tomorrow night. It will all depend on the weather. It's suppose to be raining and windy.

Several of you have been forwarding my emails and sharing our blog. I wanted to tell you thank you. I have received emails from other people because of that and they have blessed me. I hope that everyone has a wonderful day. Thank you for your continued prayers!

Depending on Him!

Today I realized why Mike is not here with us. I count on him, rely on him, depend on him to carry me, to carry us. I sometimes get caught up in that. Today God was very evident in my life. Today I had to rely on God. To get through this I have to keep my focus on God because I know I cannot do this on my own.


The past two days I have been struggling with some fears. I know there is a possibility that Abe does have a Mitochondrial disease. Each time I pick him up I pray over his little neck and precious head. I pray that it will be strong enough. I pray that his spine will hold him up and his sweet little legs and feet will be able to carry him to walk. I don't want to miss the wonderful baby that I have been blessed with because I am worrying about what might be. Please pray that Abe will be the perfect child God has created him to be. Please pray that I will not continue to allow Satan to bring worry into my mind and that no matter what God's will is for Abe's life I will continue to give Him praise.


The night of the tornado warning Mike told Marlee Anne not worry about something she had no control over. I have hung on to that the past two days. I do not want to continue to worry. I have realized that I need to focus on today, right now to get through this part of Abe's journey.


Mary Elizabeth has been her wonderful beautiful patient self all day today. Michala has done much better and seems to have accepted the fact that Mike is not here right now. Marlee Anne has had some sad moments missing her daddy but she hasn't cried as much. Thanks so much for your prayers concerning that.


We received two wonderful packages today. One from our friends in Norway. It included a cute little onesie for Abe and pony tail holders for the girls. It was mainly a pampering gift for me which selfishly I LOVED! Spa treatments with mask and things, along with some very special chocolate. This is from the card that came with it. SMIL (=Smile) to keep me happy, NEW ENERGY to keep me going although times are rough, MONOLIT because I am a rock (look at Wikipedia.org & the Vigeland park - the Monolith) and I stand tall through so much, KVIKK LUNSJ (quick lunch) because I might need just that. Remember all this was written by my sweet friend not me. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vigeland_Sculpture_Park


The other package was from Marlee Anne's friends. They sent her a paint by numbers book (the Ronald McDonald House thanks you!), Dora game and a Jr. Mad Libs (I am terribly excited about that one, we are really gonna have fun with that). Michala got the neatest set of bubbles.


My oh so sweet 5 year old. You never know what is going to come out of her mouth. Most everything she does she explains to Abe so that she can teach him things. Well today we were giving the girls showers cause we don't have a bathtub (another luxury I miss). We were all in the bathroom and Marlee Anne was helping me. Well we ended up laughing so hard cause it was quite comical. Sorry for that blip. Well we started giving Abe a bird bath and she had to potty. While I finished up she went into detail about he would potty different from her, how to wipe and so on. May have been more info than ya'll needed but a sweet - funny moment I want to remember.


Marlee Anne also received a card from Granny & Papa. She said as she was opening that she bet there was money in it. She said if there is she is going to give it to Abe because he is fragile and she gets stuff all the time and he should get something. There was $5 with a note that said maybe she could go to Chick-fil-A with it. She still decided to give it to Abe.


Wednesday is a big day and we could use some specific prayers please. Abe will get his 3rd set of cast tomorrow. Please pray that the wind will die down when it's time to get everyone in and out of the van. Please also pray that God has marked the perfect parking place for us to be able to get in and out of the hospital easily. Please pray that Abe does well getting his cast changed. Also that he has gained weight. We will weigh him in between castings.


OK I think that's all for now. Sorry this is so long. Today my friend asked me if it helps to share with ya'll. It's such a healing time for me to share this with ya'll. I hope that ya'll enjoy this journey, this rollercoaster ride with all it's ups and downs. Thanks for hanging on with us.

Our little Disney fan!

Abe got fun Disney stuff today. WOOHOO!!! He is on his way to being a Disney baby. We can't wait to take him there and introduce him to all our wonderful Disney friends. Thanks so much Laura for all his fun stuff. Marlee Anne has to get a picture with him each time I take his picture.

Abe & George

Abe loves George and Marlee Anne is very good to share. She will lay George beside Abe and Abe just talks to George. It's really very sweet!

More pictures

Our Little Hawkeye

Poor Abe is not going to know if he is a Hawkeye, DAWG or Vol. LOL!!! Here he is sporting his new Hawkeye outfit and playing basketball with his daddy.

Cast model

This is the picture of the cast model I was telling ya'll about. It shows the progress made with each casting.

Fields of Iowa

Some pictures taken for my brother Bryant while we were out riding around Iowa.

Kinnick Stadium

This is Kinnick Stadium where University of Iowa Hawkeyes play football. It's 3 blocks from where we are staying at the Ronald McDonald House. Right across from the hospital where Abe is being treated.