They say it's your birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YA! Today is Mom's birthday. She's 29...again. It was a bittersweet birthday but we were able to enjoy some delicious ribs from Rib City Grill (new in the Jungle Jim's strip) and pie with Greater's ice cream. She got many cards sent from loved ones, and enjoyed some beautiful smelling flowers sent from the Beechwoods Crew. We even continued a tradition spanning many years which was singing "Happy Birthday" along with an antique music box. We've all had it for every birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAMMACOU!
This past Sunday was the Closing Orientation for the EF exchange students and thei
r host families. Mom took the kids down in the basement and discussed all the hard things about their time here ending soon. There were tears that fell for leaving and for PappaCou. There was also a lot of EATING! What else happens in the Marcou house? Isn't this a great group of kids? They have had some wonderful times here and they shared many of their favorite moments at the meeting. They will be missed very much. They all have a very special place in PappaCou's heart! If you see any of our students around in school or out and about, make sure you say hello to them before they leave in June.
r host families. Mom took the kids down in the basement and discussed all the hard things about their time here ending soon. There were tears that fell for leaving and for PappaCou. There was also a lot of EATING! What else happens in the Marcou house? Isn't this a great group of kids? They have had some wonderful times here and they shared many of their favorite moments at the meeting. They will be missed very much. They all have a very special place in PappaCou's heart! If you see any of our students around in school or out and about, make sure you say hello to them before they leave in June. 
This great picture was only taken Sunday April 22nd, out in the back yard. ONE WEEK ago he was his old self, relaxing in the hammock in the back. Times can change so fast.Today for Dad was the same as the last three days. He is resting most of the day and is really unable to hold conversations. Mom has done a wonderful and loving job taking care of him and making him comfortable. Sometimes he gets frustrated and a little angry, but I know that he would tell her how much he appreciates her if he could. We have been blessed by so many who care for our family, and want all the prayers to continue. He isn't feeling much pain and we all think that God is trying to make this easier for him. In looking for a way to describe this time to young grandchildren who ask about Grandpa, the best analogy is that Grandpa is resting up well for his journey to visit God. We know we are all on a path, but witnessing his journey is hard for us all. But Dad is smart. He knew that his path would have bumps and turns and twists and hills. He knew that he would need help and guidance. With the family all together, and all the wonderful visitors he's had, each person is helping him to keep straight on the path.
This Friday is our race. Thanks to all the people who love my dad so much, we beat our $1,000 goal in only five days. It is astonishing how much you all care about supporting such a wonderful cause. Thank you Thank you, from the Marcou's and the American Cancer Society.
We will keep posting to update as things change.
"You are all loved. God Bless"
posted by Marcou Family @ 10:21 PM
4 comments
4 Comments:
Mike and Family -
Doesn't seem like it hasn't even been a year since I started my first "real" job working at Tall Stacks with you, Mike. Your enthusiasm for your job and love for your kids (both biological and your exchange families) were warming. I think the fact that so many people look up to you as a fatherly figure speaks volumes about your character and your heart and your life. God bless you.
Love, Laura Sauer
I've posted something for you in my blog.
http://ittomte.blogspot.com/
Inger
What wonderful people you "Cou" kids have grown up to be......and oh, how you honor your parents! Thank$ so much for continuing the bolg. As I look at each of you I see so much of your parents in you. Your humor, compassion, intelligence, ability to express yourselves, your down-to-earthness--these are gifts that can never be taken away.
Love,
Carmella
Oh, I felt so sorry when I red your comment on my blog - but even sort of glad on his behalf. It would be so much better for him - but sooo much worse for you. The difference between the two condicions can be short in time but still tremendous and so totally irreversible. Though we prepare, we are not prepared when it happens.
He has been a lucky man, I think, as he has been able to give so much love to so many. I'm so glad Elisabeth came in time to meet him again! He is lucky now, having all his Goldcoins around and hands to hold and to carry him.
We will stay praying for the hammock to give him comfort and for a good flight. And for you left behind.
Hugs - wet ones - to you all.
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