Well, it has been a long, rough year, but the holiday season has been quite wonderful. We were very excited to welcome Mr. Simon Christopher Howes into the world a little early on December 21! He is absolutely wonderful and we could not be more excited for proud momma and daddy, Stacie and Zach.
Our Christmas festivities went off without a hitch and were very enjoyable! On the 23rd, we traveled to Warwick to spend the day with the Aabs and the Carabines and had a very nice day. Christmas Eve we were at The Emery's with everyone, which is always wonderful. This year, on Christmas day, we had all of the Parto's over to our house and had a very relaxing, fun day. The day did have a few sad moments. Of course, we were reminded that Grandmom was not with us this year, but I think that she was definitely here in spirit and watching over us as we enjoyed each other's company, just as she would want it.
Sean had an appointment at NIH on the 22 and more good news came our way. The tumor is stable, with possibly minor shrinking, that we will not notice until a later time. Sean has now begun to ween off of the steroids (woo hoo!) little by little. Our next appointment is toward the end of January and we are looking forward to more good news.
For those of you who haven't seen Conlon's blog, the link is:
http://conlon-tracyann.blogspot.com/
Check it out, he has been updating as often as possible from the Middle East.
We hope that everyone has had a wonderful Christmas Season and that everyone will have a fantastic, blessed New Year!
Our Christmas festivities went off without a hitch and were very enjoyable! On the 23rd, we traveled to Warwick to spend the day with the Aabs and the Carabines and had a very nice day. Christmas Eve we were at The Emery's with everyone, which is always wonderful. This year, on Christmas day, we had all of the Parto's over to our house and had a very relaxing, fun day. The day did have a few sad moments. Of course, we were reminded that Grandmom was not with us this year, but I think that she was definitely here in spirit and watching over us as we enjoyed each other's company, just as she would want it.
Sean had an appointment at NIH on the 22 and more good news came our way. The tumor is stable, with possibly minor shrinking, that we will not notice until a later time. Sean has now begun to ween off of the steroids (woo hoo!) little by little. Our next appointment is toward the end of January and we are looking forward to more good news.
For those of you who haven't seen Conlon's blog, the link is:
http://conlon-tracyann.blogspot.com/
Check it out, he has been updating as often as possible from the Middle East.
We hope that everyone has had a wonderful Christmas Season and that everyone will have a fantastic, blessed New Year!
10 comments:
Yea!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great Update. Mom
All the best to you & Sean in the coming year. Enjoyed the photos. Shelly
Happy to see everyone had a wonderful Christmas, as did we. I love to see baby pictures! Check out Conlon's blog, as he is working hard to keep us informed of his life and work. Pru
Yeah you finally added a update!
thanks Courtney
ps: why did you put a picture of me on your blog?
Hi, Stephanie,
I'm just getting the hang of this blog idea. It's a great way to stay in touch. You and Sean are in our hearts and thoughts. Prudy keeps me up to date, too. We had a busy week with family. We, too, missed Mom and shed a few tears. We wish you both a wonderful 2007. May things keep getting better and better.
Love, Jane
teting
Hi Stephanie & Sean. I'm really enjoying your blog and will continue to check it out. From Deirdre Lonergan (Carabine), Dublin, Ireland
Hey Sean & Stephanie
A very "Happy New Year" to you both. These blog thingys are just a great way to keep up to date with you guys.
Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you both and are delighted to hear Sean's good news. Brian and I are well and still enjoying life in Edinburgh.
Here's to a fab 2007.
Take care.. Edel & Brian x
I'm glad to hear you two have received some good news-- you both deserve it. I just wanted to let you know that both of you are in my thoughts, and I hope you have a wonderful, lucky, happy, and loving New Year.
Hey Steph & Sean-
Happy New Year! May the new year bring you both many blessings and happiness. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. Congrats! on the good news and I hope more comes your way!
Hillary
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