"Nana"

We've been so blessed this month to have my darling sister, Anna, in the area. She's been living with Karen while she's finishing an internship in physical therapy assisting. Wanting her to receive the most out of her training, I offered that she could experiment with any massage techniques on me while she was living so close. I know...I'm a martyr.
God couldn't have worked out the details better though. She really provided a lot of support and encouragement during a incredibly busy time in our schedules. She was able to babysit him on multiple occasions and help during some extra church commitments. Daniel has become so attached to her. He prefers her over me when there's a choice. We were at the library this week and Anna was across the room trying to research for a book. And in a very unlibrary-like voice, he frantically called out, "Nana, Nana!," until she came back into sight. She's heading off to Indiana for another internship in a week. She will be sorely missed.

We had a joint birthday party for Anna and Matt at the beginning of the month.

Daniel was enamored by all of the gifts Anna received.

Mom and Dad were also able to come up for a day!

Coloring with Grandma.