Prayers...

Hello all. I hope this post finds you all doing good and that God is blessing you and your families. I have some sad news to report. My older sister, Kirsten, went into premature labor on Saturday September 6, 2008. They were unable to stop her labor (she had an infection - can't remember the name, but it was in the sacs surrounding the baby). She gave birth to a baby boy - Brecken Jared Jones around noon time. He passed away about an hour later. My sister and her family are relying on their faith to get them through this tough time. We will have a memorial on Saturday September 20, 2008 in McKinney, TX. We know that Brecken is with Jesus and we will see him again when we are all together. Please pray for my sister Kirsten, her husband Scott, and their 2 1/2 year old Landen.
May God bless you all!
The Stinson Family

Our baby boy.....

It is truly amazing the love you have for a child. We sit and look at Keegan as each day goes by and thank God for such an amazing gift that He gave us with our little boy. He is growing up so fast. Keegan turned 9 months on the 19th of August. He is starting to "army crawl" and has developed such a fun personality. He has such a beautiful smile! Keegan is starting to eat "finger foods". He loves bananas, carrots and "toddler cheetos". Keegan continues to love drinking from Mommy and Daddy's "big people" cups. He prefers this instead of his sippy cup (only the ones with a straw). His 9 month check up was perfect. He is 20.8 lbs. and 28 inches long. Dr. Benbow says he looks wonderful! We continue to pray that our little boy continues to grow and be healthy. We look forward to what the next couple of months have to offer: crawling, more teeth, and overall getting more active. Before we know it, we will be celebrating his 1st Birthday! WOW!
May God continue to bless you all!
Love always,
The Stinson Family

Daddy and Me

My Mommy and Daddy celebrated their 5th Anniversary on August 2nd. Since they are both turning 30 soon, they decided to plan a trip with extended family as a get away. They decided to go to Barton Creek in Austin, TX. Nana, Papi, Auntie Kirsten, Unkie Scott, Cousin Landen, Cousin Baby Jones (due in December), Auntie Lauren and Unkie Ryan joined us. We had a great time. Here is a picture of me and my WONDERFUL Daddy. We got a family picture so my Mommy will have to post it on my blog so you all can see. We had a great time!

Happy 4th of July!

Hello all! For 4th of July weekend, we ventured to Houston to see MeMe, Papa Gary, Auntie LaTissha, soon to be Unkie Jacob, Unkie Cody and Unkie Taylor. I loved the fireworks (unlike my Mommy - she does not like fireworks - they are too loud for her). I sat there and just looked in amazement. Mommy made Daddy hold my ears because they were pretty loud, but I guess I did not mind. I loved playing with my Unkie's Cody and Taylor. Auntie LaTissha loved hanging out with me too. She was feeding me - it got all over - no worries Auntie, you will get plenty of practice before you and Unkie Jacob have any babies. I had a great time with MeMe and Papa Gary. Mommy and Daddy went on a date one night and I played with MeMe in the sink.
I turn 8 months this Saturday! Wow time is flying. I am cutting two teeth - my bottom two. Mommy will try to get a picture up soon of my "snagle-teeth".
We love you all
Keegan

Keegan's Baptism

Today was a very special day for us. Together with our family and friends, we welcomed Keegan into the great "family" of God. We had him baptized at Faith Lutheran Church by Pastor Crick. As Christians and parents, we are called to bring our little one up knowing and loving God.

Jesus told us: "Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." It is in baptism that God grants the new life of forgiveness, joy and peace to little children. By the power of God's Word, this gracious water of life washes away sin, delivers from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe.

We are truly blessed to have our families and friends there to celebrate in this special day. Keegan did such a wonderful job. He seemed to enjoy his "mini bath" when Pastor Crick baptized him. He was all smiles during the pictures. May God continue to bless you and your families and may His light always shine on the path that you walk.

The Stinson's

Summer is finally here! We can't believe it. Mommy is out of school - she is going to do some contract work as a Recreation Therapist and work about 10-15 hours a week. Papi (and Nana - now that she is out of school too) will watch me when Mommy is working. Mommy is doing this so she can spend more time with me. It is great. I just got back from Dallas with my Mommy and Daddy. My Daddy had something with his work - it was fun. We swam at the pool and I got to see my Auntie Kirsten, Uncle Scott, and my cousin Landen. My Auntie Kirsten is going to have another baby in December. We are really excited. We hope you all are doing great. I am going to be 7 months in about 4 days. My Mommy and Daddy say that I am just doing great. I am a very happy baby now (better than the first couple months where I was fussy britches).

I hope you all continue to have a great summer. Be safe and stay cool! May God continue to bless you all!

I love you all

Keegan

It has been awhile since our last blog. I have 5 more days of work. YIPPIE! I can't believe this school year has gone by so fast. It has been a very busy month - I still have so much to do. I hope I can get it all done. Keegan is doing great. He is enjoying his 3 meals a day; he loves pears, sweet potatoes, green beans, peas, winter squash and bananas. I have been buying organic food or I have been preparing it myself. He seems to really enjoy the "true" taste of the fruits and vegetables. We hope all is well with everybody. I hope to do lots of blogging this summer to keep you all updated on Keegan (and us)!

We love you all

Erin