Happy Halloween

(pics: David & Ella waiting for the bus, Lincoln Square, Halloween)

We have been keeping busy with Fall/Halloween activities with our little Sleeping Beauty. These pictures were taken in Lincoln Square--which in my opinion is the most "European" place in Chicago. It's a nice small square with no traffic, a fountain, and alot of pigeons. We walk through here every week on our way to French music class, and often stop and play for awhile on our way home. This was the last week with the fountain, it's now turned off for the winter. Ella loves to chase the "yucky birds" and say "go away". Yes, we taught her that! They are rats with wings you know.

Yesterday we spent most of the day outdoors since it was around 65 degrees! Just one day of warmth though, now back to normal--but still not bad, and definitely not winter yet. Of course David has been ecstatic since the Cardinals won the world series. David's brother Jeff came up and stayed with us Sunday night and delivered him a World Champions t-shirt. Ella was excited to have Uncle Jeff here for a night to play with her. We were excited that Uncle Jeff got to read Adam and Eve instead of us. This seems to be Ella's favorite Bible story right now. I think it's because she relates to the disobeying part so well :-)

Many of you have asked for an update on Raney. She is still taking her radiation treatments, which are exhausting her, and she's been on the Tarceva for a week now, which is causing some uncomfortable side effects. They will re-scan her in another week or two to try and determine if the treatment is working. Please continue to pray for her and her family.

Last week I was able to attend a private class with Paula Robison- a very renowned flutist. It was wonderful to attend, (even if it was a room full of catty flutists) and to have a 7 hour break from Ella! Thank you David. :-)

Also, my first sewing project is a hem and button away from being completed!

Well, we hope to hear from you all soon.