Baby Boy Sommers Has Arrived!!!

Ryan Layne Sommers arrived at 1:33 pm central time. He is 6 lbs 12 ozs and 19 ins long. He has curly brown hair and is doing very well. Kris and Jay are well and happy.

Not sure if he's upset or tired.

Now we are sure he's upset.

Updating again!

Well, we have heard from Manuel in San Diego. He seems to be in his element. He wrote a short note on the form letter they give the recruits, so mom gets at least one from them. He was excited about getting his rifle and they were going to start MCMAPS the next day. Whatever that is. Anyway, he seems to be happy for the time being. His graduation date is August 28 and we are looking forward to the trip there to see him.

On other fronts, Kris and Jay will deliver Ryan Layne on Thursday the 18th. So we and she are looking forward to the blessed event. Not that Jay isn't looking forward to it, I just think Kris is more than him.

Things here at the house in ABQ are the same. Still waiting for God to send the buyer and in the mean time, we are doing some repairs. I'm trying very hard not to be discouraged by the two failed offers, and remembering that God is in control. We will be heading out to TX in the next couple of weeks to see the newest Sommers addition and to look at properties. Hope to spend some time with friends and family while there.

New Update

As some of you know, the deal fell through on the house. So now we wait again. I know that God has big plans and it is best to wait on Him.

We saw Manuel off to boot camp today and I must admit that I have a lot of mixed feelings about it. I am extremely proud of him and yet am scared and nervous for him. I know that he will do great but I am having trouble letting go and believing that he really is growing up. I have put him in God's hands, I just haven't let go while he is there yet. I am sure that this past school year with him gone has been a preparation for him being gone and completely out of my control. I am so very proud of him and want the best for him.

We hope to get to TX in the next few weeks for both looking at places and for the birth of our second grandson. Ryan Layne is due June 18, but reserves the right to come sooner. We can't wait. Jay and Kris are doing well and Kris says that Ryan has dropped already. Maybe sooner.