Eyes to See, Ears to Hear

Our parents have helped us out beyond measure in getting back to the States to have Asher. They are wonderful and deserve to be honored and recognized.

My mom and stepfather have a 1994 Isuzu Rodeo that was unregistered and ready to be sold when I called them back in November to tell them we’re coming home to have the baby. I asked if they still had it and of course they mentioned how great my timing was. They staged off selling it until after we return to Africa and gave it to us to use for the 4-1/2 months we’re at home. Thanks Mom and Ralph!

My mom and Asher when she visited for my birthday one week ago:

Calling Dana’s parents from our banda out in the middle of Tanzania was exciting as we knew they’d maybe wet their pants when hearing we wanted to come home for the birth. We needed a place to stay that wasn’t too far from our home turf so we gave it a shot and asked if we could shack up with them for our time back in NC. The soon-to-be-grandparents gave a swift yes. Asher has had a great home through which to enter into this world. All thanks to Dale and Dianne.

Dale the first time he got to hold Asher:

Dianne’s first go round, too: