July 31, 2008 by daddy.

We have taken to really liking ribs grilled here at home, why pay to go out when we can get awesome tasting ribs right here at home.  The other night we did just that, while sitting down at the table Emily turns around and said “daddy, I love your ribs”.  Wow, warmed my heart.  This from the BBQ covered face of a toddler.

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July 3, 2008 by daddy.

Thought we would share our latest family photo with everyone.  This was taken at Jim & Suzie’s wedding this last weekend.  Emily is three and Norah is 7 months… we don’t need to comment on daddy and mommies ages.

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July 2, 2008 by mommy.

“Norah’s on Emily’s on Mommy’s on Daddy…and none of the family is in the kitchen!” - comment made by Emily as we all cuddled together in the living room earlier this evening

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May 23, 2008 by mommy.

For those who may not have heard, there is some very sad news in the world of Christian music. Steven Curtis Chapman lost his youngest daughter in a tragic accident at their home. In addition to the incredible music he has contributed to this world, Steven and his wife are active advocates in the world of international adoption. Maria was one of three daughters the Chapman family adopted from China. Dan and I have always had a heart for China and are big fans of SCC’s music, so I was literally crying as I read the news yesterday. My heart goes out to the Chapman family and I pray for peace for their aching hearts. You can read more about the family at www.stevencurtischapman.com and there is now also a link to a new blog set up in Maria’s memory with some very precious videos of this beautiful 5 year old girl. Please pray for this family.

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May 22, 2008 by daddy.

Big news, Emily is now moved around to the big people side of the table still using the blue booster and Norah is in the high chair!  Norah is enjoying solids and from time to times gets a little messy with them.  Emily like to retell that when daddy was away once Norah got squash all the way up to her forehead.

Also, below is an updated family photo of the latest Loons game that we attended.

God Bless,
The Lacher Family

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March 17, 2008 by mommy.

Emily conquered some big demons this weekend and stepped on and off an escalator all by herself (holding Daddy’s hand). She had tried to do it once in the past holding Mommy’s hand but at the last minute I freaked out a bit. You see, I was worried that she would fall, and then I would fall, and then…well, let’s just say I came close to damaging her for life in regards to escalators just like my own little hang-up with them (note to self: remember to ask Mom if I had a run-in with an escalator in my childhood). But thankfully, Dan and I are persuasive parents and we convinced Emily to be brave and she did it! She was actually excited to go down and show us what a big girl she was!

So, flash forward to this morning. She was reading one of her books while I fed Norah. She was spelling out the title letter by letter - Good Morning Farm! When she got to the “!” she said, “Is this an I?” I said that it was called an exclamation point and explained to her what it was for. So then she started over and spelled the whole thing again. “…F, A, R, M, escalator point.” I guess the escalator bravery had quite an effect on her! I thought it was so cute!

We had a great weekend. Uncle Marc came to visit. He and Emily were fast friends - reading books, playing games, and doing puzzles. Norah also liked looking at Marc - probably due to the same shade of hair as big sister. It was too short of a visit but it was really nice to see my little brother again. My favorite moments? Listening to various songs on iTunes and reminiscing about the old days, and praying with him and the rest of the family. Good to see ya Marc. Hope to see you again soon.

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December 13, 2007 by daddy.

Two weeks ago the world changed again, the Lord shown down His face as another child was delivered into this world. Early Thursday morning we awoke and started out the day like any standard day, take Emily to day care… but this day we headed to the hospital for the birth of our second child. We left Emily with hugs, kisses and words of encouragement and ensuring she knew that Dave or Jen would be picking her up.

As we arrived at the hospital we headed back to our room… turns it it was going to be the one that Emily was born in, well the one we stayed in at least, so we asked to be moved. We are not superstition people but asked anyways. We were blessed to have Nurse Sue by our side again for the day. Sue is a wonderful woman of God from our church that is nurse on the maternity floor. With the history from the first time she was able to help Erin be at ease for the day and we knew that she was interceding to our Heavenly Father on our behalf as well.

Labor went well, Erin can go into the details in person, and were did a lot more walking loops this time. The loops where enjoyable, holding my wifes hand and praying for the safe and healthy delivery of our second child, smile from all of the staff as we moved around. This time labor went all natural and not extra boost (vitamin p) was needed. Cut to the chase, labor progresses and it was time for the big moment. Next thing we knew Norah was in this world and looked wonderful. I don’t know if the doctors took note and don’t yell it out but it was the first one in the room to exclaim that it was a girl, the same was true with Emily.

Wow to see the birth of our second child was just as breath taking as the first, to be able to hold Erin’s hand the whole time and be speaking words of encouragement to her was so awesome. While Norah was over on the baby warmer getting all cleaned up and checked out she looks just like Emily did laying there. I know a lot of people have said that and I agree. I am excited to see and be present to see the distinct and wonderful young girls, ladies, women that they grow up to be.

Wow, now two weeks in and there is one thing to remember… that babies this young don’t keep a schedule so it always changes. Erin’s mom is here to be a set of helping hands around the house, with Emily and with Norah. Erin and I are getting into the flow and just love on our girls. Emily is adjusting, to being a big sister and helps out where she can (getting clean diapers is the main one).

We are blessed to have a good portion of the basement finished now and have new carpet down so that we can play and enjoy the space. There is some work still to do main in the office and the bathroom.

Lord God we give you all glory for these children that you have placed into our home for us to raise and call our own. Emily and Norah you are gifts from the Lord. We pray that you will come to know Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, give your heart to Him. He has awesome and wonderful plans for you and we pray that you will follow Him all the days of your life.

God is good all the time.

Love,
Daddy

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December 4, 2007 by daddy.

The Lacher family is proud to introduce Norah Katherine to the world. She was born 2007.11.29 weighing in at 8 lbs 5 oz. Mother and child are doing very well. Big sister Emily has been up to meet her little sister. So that makes the Lacher household 4 to 1 (girls to guys, the dog is a girl as well).

God Bless,
Dan, Erin, Emily, Norah, Nuba

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October 30, 2007 by daddy.

While driving home the other day we passed by a farm that had some llamas in the field. I pointed them out to Emily. She replied “there is no red on them”. It is simply amazing the memory and complex thoughts that you put together little one.

Love,
Mommy & Daddy

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October 4, 2007 by daddy.

What I learned today…

When washing a waterproof mattress pad ensure that you take it out of the washing machine slowly to let the pooled water drain out into the washer instead of all over you and the floor.

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