God has a plan . . . .

Last night, Nick Adenhart had his major league debut with the Anaheim Angels. He was 22 years old. He pitched 6 scoreless innings and did an awesome job. What a huge thrill this must have been for him. At around 12:20 a.m. this morning, Nick was killed by a drunk driver in Fullerton. There were two other people killed and a 4th that is in critical condition at UC Irvine. The person that caused the accident was drunk and fled the scene. He was later captured and charged with felony hit-and-run. News is just now starting to trickle out. Those of us that are Angel fans are having a hard time with this. Please keep Nick's family in your prayers.

latest update - 10:01 a.m.

Cops say someone driving a minivan blew through a red light, causing the Mitsubishi that Adenhart and three others were riding in to hit a light pole. Three of the four people in the Mitsubishi were killed in the crash -- Nick, another man and a woman -- while the fourth person remains in the hospital.Cops say the person driving the van fled the scene -- but was later caught and charged with felony hit-and-run. The suspect is also being treated for injuries in a local hospital. Nick was 22 years old.

10:31 a.m.

God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes. —Revelation 7:16-17

Heavenly Father, you know how deep our grief is. We long for the touch of a hand, the sound of a voice that is stilled. You are merciful and kind. You will comfort our wounded heart. Wipe the tears from our eyes. Thank You for understanding so well our poor human hearts and for letting us lean on You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Not for the faint of heart! Or sight!

I had my follow-up visit with my plastic surgeon today. He said everything looks great. I finally got to get a copy of my pics from my tummy tuck. On the left you can see both sides of my stomach skin that was completely removed from my body. In the container is the fat that was sucked out of my inner knees. If you look very closely, you can see a rectangular object. That is my drs. cell phone and just to the right of his phone are his keys. This whole thing is totally amazing to me. I never thought in my entire life that I would ever have surgery voluntarily. But then again, I never thought I would get on an airplane and fly to Texas and Virginia to see my loved ones. God is truely in control and He sits on the throne! Amen!

Party at the Skadsem's

Disneyland

We took a family day and went to Disneyland today. Unfortunately the Perry Family was not able to join us. I'm missing part of my heart without Heather here. She asked us to do her one favor in her honor. Her request was for us to eat a churro for her. So this first picture is for my Hebo.

Brian and Joshua on the tram.

Ice Queen, Princess Nina and Princess in trainning Rachel in front of the castle!

Beth and Hal think it's finger licking good!

Joshua eating his mickey mouse ice cream.

He enjoyed every last bite!

They're here! These are some pictures from last night and this morning!

Nina's Coming!

I am so excited! Nina and her family will be here in the morning! I have to say, it will be weird to not have Heather here. We all haven't been together in such a long time! When I'm with Nina, I miss Heather. And when I'm with Heather, I miss Nina. And when I'm by myself in Cali, I miss them both! Why can't we all just be together? I need to focus on Nina and enjoy the moments we will have together. In a few weeks, I'll be taking off for Virginia to go spend time with Heather, Tall, Tough, Pam & Jackie. I have such a great time hanging out with them all. Both my girls are so blessed to have wonderful friends in their lifes. Nina has a bestie and her name is Caroline. She is one awesome person too! Why can't we all get together and live in one central state? (Not Texass! Too hot) I pick Colorado! Anyone want to come live with me?

Well I better go and attempt to pick up my house. It is sooooo not baby proof!

Flashback Friday

This picture is one of my all time favorite ones! We had planned to spend the day at Santa Anita Race Track that was a fund raiser for the Ayala softball team that Beth was playing on. It must have been about 8 years ago. Anyway, the kids all needed money (to bet on the ponies with) and we had to stop at Wells Fargo ATM on the way. It was a fluke that I even had a camera with me. I still remember this day. Lots of very fond memories. Thanks guys!

. . . Nina . . . . . . Heather . . . .Chris