This is Alana's marker that was designed by my husband and myself.  The etching of Alana in the center was created by my husband.  It was such a blessing to the both of us that he was able to do this for our daughter.  The marker was put in in March.  I felt that I could share it with you all now.  Our two younger children love going to visit their baby sister.  It is so sweet listening to them talk to her.

Sorry it has been so long since I have made an entry.  I have had a hard time this past month and could not think of what to say on my blog.  I have had to ask the Lord to please give me the strength each and everyday to carry on with everyday life.  God is good, despite my wavering from time to time.  We miss her more and more everyday, but we have the blessing of being able to see her again someday.  We love you sweet Alana!!!

We have been preparing these past few weeks in getting ready to take our oldest daughter, Ashlee to college.  We will be leaving Aug. 16th and driving her down to Florida.  One more month and then she is on her own, I can hardly believe it.  I told her we will be skyping everyday.  I need to see my girl!!

On August 1st Ashlee will be leaving for Detroit, MI for nationals in vocal solo.  I will not be able to go with her which is quite disappointing.  Please keep her in your prayers as she and the other contestants she is traveling with will have a safe trip.  I pray that she sings well and to God's honor and glory.

I have mentioned before about starting a foundation in Alana's honor called, "Alana's bubbles for Joy Foundation".  Well, I have run into a little road block.  It has turned out to be a little more than I had anticipated, especially financially.  It is still my desire and dream to get this foundation up and running at some point.  Please keep this in your prayers.  If anyone has any experience in this area or knows of anybody who can help get the foundation started please contact me.

Keep your children close and love them everyday, whether young or old.

God is good!