The Cross of Ethiopia

As we posted earlier, our friends, the Schmidts, just adopted a baby boy from Ethiopia named Benaiah. While in Ethiopia, they bought us this beautiful metal cross.


But getting it here was a small task; while putting their luggage through the airport security machine, the machine detected metal. The security worker then proceeded to check the bag. Then they explained that they bought the crosses in Ethiopia, and was taking them home for gifts. So the security worker let them through.

We would like to say thank you to the Schmidts.

Braces...

When Carl went to the Orthodontist for his occasional check-up, he did not think that he would get his braces. But it happened.

Just a few hours before the appointment, we were asked to come early to talk about finances. Right away, we knew what would happen.

Once we arrived, we were called on quickly. Carl got pictures and x-rays, before getting his bands placed, and, eventually, his wires and brackets. This took a couple of hours.

Back at home, Carl took pain relievers. Fortunetely, Carl did not get very sour until the next day, but he ate a diet of mac 'n' cheese and yogurt anyways.

Now, he is three months into a two year phase.