July 5, 2026

We just arrived back in Memphis for Erma to have some dental work and to begin Cycle 3 of her immunotherapy.

We procrastinated leaving today. Caleb and I barely spoke while we packed because, leaving has become so much harder. We love our little home now and how much peace it is beginning to restore in us.

I haven't shared just how special our home has become because words don't seem big enough to describe the generosity we've experienced.

When we came home from Memphis in May, we walked into the most incredible surprise. My best friends had rallied the community and so many kind people to stock our fridge and pantry, unpacked and organized an entire U-Haul of our stuff, organized the kids rooms, and completely redecorated our house. They framed and hung every picture on the walls. We felt like we were on a TV show.

As if that wasn't enough, an amazing group of women built Erma a beautiful garden filled with vegetables and all of her favorite flowers. We were also blessed with a swing set and a trampoline for the kids. It honestly feels like a dream.

What a gift it is to have a home that's so special that we don't want to leave. I'm endlessly thankful for the friends and family who poured so much of themselves into making our house feel so magical.

We're counting down the days until these trips back and forth to Memphis are behind us, and I can finally unpack our hospital bag for good.

For now, we go in for immunotherapy on July 9th so please continue to pray for her strength!