Rob and his cousin TylerWhat an exciting time for our family. Our youngest son, Rob, will be graduating High School this year. What an accomplishment. Rob was born three months premature, weighed only two pounds, and suffered a lack of oxygen at birth which caused permanent brain damage. Some people thought he would never read or write. Due to the hard work and dedication of many teachers and the grace of God, Rob is able to do both. He has accomplished much since he started a special education class at the age of 3. He is now almost 20. Where did those years go? He works two small part time jobs through the School Department and works hard at his school work. He is truly a happy young man and a blessing to all who know him. His corny jokes and sunny disposition puts a smile on many faces.
Laurie, will be 28 on June 6th and has returned to school for a psychology degree. We are very proud of her accomplishments as she received a 4.0 this past semester. You go Laurie!! She works a full time job and attends school in the evenings. Busy Busy!! Laurie had also earned her Esthetician (sp) license a few years ago so she has accomplished much.
Stephanie (Laurie's friend) & Laurie
Richie, who is 20, just finished his sophomore year at the University of Rhode Island. He is not quite sure what he is going to do next year. Like most of us he is not sure what he wants to be when he "grows up". I'm almost 50 years old and still don't know what I want to be either. (lol)Rich is such a blessing and has a great heart that I am sure he will make the right decisions.
Laurie and Rich at his graduation in "06"
Norm is happily retired but busier than ever. I don't know how he does it all. He simply has more energy than any man half his age. Well definately more than I do anyway. He is living the good life, golfing, going to breakfast with the guys and just enjoying life. God is good!!
I am enjoying watching the kids evolve, my husband blossom in his retirement and am grateful for all that God has graced me with. I am truly blessed.!!
This next picture just proves all the males in this family have a hard time growing up! I don't think any of them know what they want to be!!
Papa, Norman, Logan and Michael
(Logan's 1st Birthday last August)
