Wow, the summer is flying by...but we say that every year, don't we? Ours continues to busy, but enjoyable. Last weekend ended up being a great trip to Cape Girardeau for me, Emma, Peighton, Jan, and Bob. I'd like to thank the Kohlfeld, Jones, and Bles families for treating us to such a good time. For those of you that don't know, Jen is originally from Cape Girardeau and the majority of her family continues to live there. I can't begin to express how great these people are and how welcome they always make the girls and I feel. There were some great pictures taken, and as soon as I get my hands on them I'll share a few. Now if they would just build a highway that was a straight shot from K.C. to Cape, it would make the drive a little easier!
Last night was another productive board meeting for the Jennifer Ireland Foundation. I think I speak for everyone on the board when I say that I am always re-energized and excited about the potential this foundation has for changing lives and opening doors for those families suffering through cancer. The golf tournament was given a lot of attention. We'll be plugging away over the next eight weeks to make it a great experience for all. Please check your calenders on Saturday September 22nd and get your teams signed up ASAP. There are numerous opportunities for sponsorship, so if anyone is interested or has suggestions please let me know. We also put a lot of pressure on Brian Cole, our invaluable web developer, board member, and good friend. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for the new foundation site to be unveiled. Our vision is for it to develop into a destination and social network for cancer patients, families, friends, etc.
This weekend about three dozen of us will converge on St. Louis for the 1st annual Crawl for Cancer. It looks as if the turnout will be just under a thousand participants with the J.I. Foundation receiving 1/3 of the proceeds. Awesome response for a new event!
Here's Em and P:
dear chris, yes, the weekend in cape was so great! we appreciate so much you making the trip. you and the girls, and jan and bob are all so much fun and a joy to be with. i will make sure that frank sends you the pictures we took, if you promise to include the one of you riding the trike on my pre-school's bike trail... love, gail
Posted by: gail jones | July 31, 2007 at 05:43 PM
Those girls just couldn't be any cuter! I'm so happy that everything is going well. I love reading your updates and watching the girls grow up.(so quick) Take care!
Posted by: Sarah Hunter | July 31, 2007 at 08:24 PM
Chris,
Those pictures are awesome! The girls look older and older every time I see them! I'm glad you guys had a good weekend! See you saturday!
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon Hutchens | July 31, 2007 at 09:39 PM
Oh my goodness, I can not believe how big the girls are getting! They are so cute, I just want to grab them and give them big hugs! Glad your weekend in Cape went so well. I am sure the family loved seeing and spending quality time with you, the girls, Jan and Bob! I hope you and the girls have a fabulous week…….
P.S. I know you have heard it time and time again but you are one AWESOME daddy and your babies are sooooo adorable!
Posted by: Dawn | August 01, 2007 at 07:33 AM
Chris,
Your girls are goregous! I can't believe how much they have grown since I started reading your blog. Hope you're having a good week!
Posted by: Crystal | August 01, 2007 at 12:41 PM
Dear Chris and Family:
Glad to hear that the summer is going well for all of you. I know that all of Jen's family in Cape were glad to spend some time with all of you. Jen is right by your sides and placing kisses on the cheeks of her sweet little girls. Your messages on the blog let all of us know how you are continuing to heal and surrounding your girls with love and attention.
God bless all of you,
Dee
Posted by: Dee Montee | August 02, 2007 at 02:15 PM
Your girls are so very beautiful!! I love when you post new ones of them! They are such a good combination of you and Jen!
Posted by: Christy | August 03, 2007 at 04:28 PM
Hey Chris i was just thinking the same thing about aug.. the girls are getting soo big. Glad your trip went well. Tim is due home sometime in Jan they all love the bracelets his section all wear them. have a good day!!
Posted by: Misty T | August 05, 2007 at 10:33 AM
Jennifer,
I miss you and I never even met you. Joyce
Posted by: Joyce | August 05, 2007 at 02:30 PM
Dear Chris,
Although I've never posted before, I have been reading your blog for quite a while now. And even though many have said it before, Jennifer's story is more than touching. I have a young friend who has recently lost her husband to a tragic work accident. I have no idea how to console her as I cannot imagine what she is encountering. She, too has 2 small children and is dealing with her loss every day (it has only been a few weeks). I guess I wanted to tell you that your blog came to mind as a healing tool for her and her family. I have given her the website and hope that your Family's story will be an inspiration for her in this difficult time. Thank you for having the courage to share this with everyone. Your family and your girls are in my thoughts and heart often.
Amy
Posted by: Amy | August 06, 2007 at 06:45 PM
Oh my gosh Chris the girls are getting so big...they are so cute!!! Hope all is well in the Ireland household!
Posted by: Christol | August 07, 2007 at 11:54 AM