Spring Time!

Wow! I didn't mean to go this long without blogging!

I have been pretty busy since being home. There have been a ton of little projects that need to be done. Its Spring. Which means spring cleaning. Believe it or not, I really like to spring clean. I love getting deep into a project of organizing. Taking everything out of closets or drawers or cabinets.

Getting rid of all the unused stuff taking up space. Then putting it all back together in a neat organized manner. Its a happy feeling opening said item to find it so neat.

Caleb and Zachary have been enjoying riding their bikes. The neighbors across the street have 2 boys ages 8 & 6.

For Mikes and my 9th Wedding Anniversary we went to Miami Beach. We stayed at a hotel that docked dozens of yachts. From tiny ones to Mansions, it had them all. We had a great time! The kids had spring break the week of the 5th. Christina flew home to AZ to see her dad and his family. (Chris is doing much better and getting around well) Mike took the boys and I to Palm Beach for most of the break. He had to work some, so the boys and I hung out at the zoo during the day, and then when Mike was done working we'd go to the beach. It was a little chilly on the water due to a cold front that came thru.

Caleb stepping in Daddy's Footprints

Zachary stepping in Daddy's Footprints. At the Naples Zoo we took a boat around to some little islands to see Monkeys. But I see 2 right here! Oh, THOSE are the monkeys! No, I really think THESE are the monkeys. Don't you? The boys were exhausted after a day of being monkeys. Actually they behaved themselves wonderfully! I never have a problem taking them anywhere. They know how to behave properly. Yeah Zachary & Caleb!! Friday night we dyed Easter Eggs. Christina didn't want to. She had plans with her friends. I understand of course, but it was really weird not having her there. We also painted the eggs. And then they painted Daddy. Look at all the Easter baskets! Look at all the chocolate! YUM! Let the hunting begin! In the Family Room. In the Den. In the Foyer. With an audience. In the Living Room.

Outside.EEWWW. Caught Uncle Owiee smoking.

Wow! How did the Easter Bunny fit in there?

Did the Easter Bunny have any eggs left for other houses?

Even up in the trees?!

Caleb didn't get a chocolate bunny, but rather a chocolate Jeff Gordon car. MMM!

Happy Spring!!

Letter from Michelle

Here is a letter from Michelle on whats going on currently:

Just to give you all an update on what has been going on: On Monday, March 16th, we appeared in court again. Child Protective Services (CPS) was unable to finish their investigation and requested more time before presenting their findings to the court. Ray and I both have our own attorneys and they both asked that Elektra be returned to me under the condition that Ray leaves the home since the bulk of the allegations is towards him. After much debating on all sides- our attorneys, the DA's office representing Elektra and the CPS attorney- the judge ruled that Elektra be returned to me with the willingness of Ray to move out of the home. CPS was also granted more time to finish their investigation. Praise God, this part of the battle is over, but the war is not won yet. We still need to fight to clear Ray's name and lift the suspicion off both of us. Your continued prayers and support are needed in this final hurdle. We appear again in court on April 22nd. If any of you are in the area at that time you are more them welcomed to come to court with us and show your support. Corinna, our angel from above, will be returning to Florida to be with her family. Ray and I are forever grateful for the sacrifice she made to leave her family in order to help take care of Elektra in our hour of need. The coroner's report is still not in. What that report says will mean the difference between our names being cleared or being accused of murder and having Elektra taken away from us forever. Please pray that the coroner's report comes back clearing us of all charges so that we can finally put this all behind us and start healing from the loss of our son. Thank you all for your love and support. It means more to us then you will ever know. God bless!

Please continue to keep my brother and his family in your prayers.

I am flying home tonight and will be arriving in FL very early tomorrow morning.

I will be back to San Jose for the April hearing.

Good Luck Leonard, we all know you are innocent, and are praying that the report completely exonerates you, so that you and Michelle can start the healing process as a family.

While being away from my family was hard, taking care of Elektra was a joy.

She is a wonderful, beautiful child.

I pray you do not need me again, but if you do, I will be there for you in a heartbeat.

Elektra gets to go HOME to her MOM!

I'm going HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YEAH!!!!!!! YIPPPPEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Elektra is going HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YIPPPEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The courts awarded Michelle custody of Elektra! Its not over yet for my brother. Unfortunately..... We will keep on praying for him to be found INNOCENT like he is!!!! but at least Elektra gets to go home. My brother will move into the house I have been staying at. At least now they can concentrate on ONE thing. Thank you all for supporting me, and understanding my attitudes, and for not asking too many questions that I can't (still) answer. Thank you to everyone who has been POSITIVE in all this mess, and thank you for believing in him and Michele's innocence!! and thank you for continuing to pray for my brother to be able to move back home once his innocence is proven. Im not sure when I can fly home, but at least now I can give my kids a date to look forward to! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!