Eric asked me (Holly) to share about developments in our family over the past couple months in hopes that people will join us in prayer. Although I hate to share about myself, it is true that we are desperately in need of prayer, and so here goes:

I was making good progress in my health up until a couple months ago.  A sleep study I did along with some other tests revealed low iron.  It was very helpful to start treatment until my body reacted to the iron medication!  Without going into unwanted details, the bottom line is that I have been pretty much bed ridden for the last two months!  As you can imagine, this is challenging for everyone in the family. I am scheduled to see a specialist on July 18. PLEASE pray for us while Eric is gone to Kenya for 11 days and that the doctor would be able to help my body get balanced out. 

Alyssa was making some good progress but has kind of relapsed in the last few weeks, perhaps tied in with my decline.  We are asking for prayer that she will be able to rest well over the summer and get up to speed for school in the fall. We are really excited that we found a virtual academy school for her.  She will be able to participate in classes with other students in an online classroom setting.  We are hoping this will not drain her energy as much since she will not have to travel back and forth to school each day.

Both boys are busy working doing odd jobs for several neighbors and people in our church!  Living in the country provides endless needs for digging, trimming, chopping and mowing!  They will also be taking some hiking trips and working at our church summer outreach program.

Adam is doing well overall and will be starting Running Start college classes in the fall in addition to continuing part time at high school.  He will start driving everyday so we are praying for travel protection for him.

Andrew is always looking for new adventures. To the delight of the family, one of his many interests is making desserts. He recently tested positive for H-pylori so we are hoping the treatment  will clear up some of the gut issues he has had ever since we returned from Africa.

Thank you for your prayers and continuing with us on this journey. 

Love, Holly