Good News

Washington DC

Hello,

Sarah just got back from taking Natalie to the Dr. All this

on-demand feeding has worked. This girl now weighs 9 lbs. 8 oz. which is just five ounces below her birth weight. It is a relief, even though we all thought she had surely gained back some of the pound and ounce that she had lost. She is certainly a demanding eater, but she knows what she needs. That does not mean it is all peace and quiet, but at least there is no worry about her weight in the back of one’s thoughts.

Now some of you have wondered how Leroy and I deal with all of this free life style. Usually it is ok and sometimes even good. Today and perhaps yesterday Leroy has slid into a funk and is sure that he will never get another job. As I have thought before, this trusting in God is a hard road when the way is steep. We would rather trust in a job and a steady income. But after pulling weeds and getting that sidewalk looking good, Leroy is feeling a little better in spite of getting a sinus attack.

I washed and hung out two loads of clothes. All of them are back in the house now as it looks like rain is a possibility. Most of them were dry.

I am impressed at how many people ride their bikes past the house. I would imagine that many of them are bike commuters just as Stephen is many days. There is a bike lane on this street and it is quite used.

I will also have to comment on the courtesy of the drivers in DC. They are very quick to yield to the pedestrian. Both Leroy and I think it is noticeably more than we have experienced in Iowa. Never assume that the best is where you are, as there is something good all over.

Paula