Everybody needs a cool Uncle Jacob.

Have I mentioned that we loved spending the week with Jacob? While the kids were on spring break, we went down to Mom's to just love on him as much as we could.

We went to the park.

We practiced our bike-riding, sans training-wheels.

And of course, we played more soccer.

They wouldn't even let poor Jacob lift weights without their "help". Bless his heart.

However, we still didn't get enough hugs and kisses in, so he and Mom came up last night for a pre-birthday celebration at the Chang's. Good food, good time.

And this morning, we got up and said our goodbyes. I try to remember that this trip was an unexpected surprise. A gift. A time for my children to get to know their aunt and uncle. (I promise I am not ignoring sweet Alison, but she is spending time with her parents and sisters' kids right now, as she should.)

And so now I ask that you lift up these two who are so precious to me. To all of us. For their safety and their work. And that we can see them again, asap.