Jason's day off!

Jason had the day off, so we went to Crabtree Falls for a Hike. This is supposedly the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi, and only about 45 minutes away from Lynchburg. Although I thought I might die... we made it to the top! It was about 2 miles each way, and about 90 degrees, so we were worn out by the time we got back to the car! 

A few thoughts from today.... 

There were many times that I thought we just might not make it, or that we should turn around and just go back down, however we pushed through and made it the top.  I know for normal people this hike may not be that big of a deal, but to those of us that don't hike, especially in 90 degree weather it was tough!  I didn't let Jason see this, but the moment I knew we were almost to the top I got tears in my eyes.  This hike represents so much more than the hike its' self- it was the culmination of this school year.  Knowing that tomorrow is my last Med-Surg class is like getting to the top of that waterfall... although there were times when I thought I might not make it, and I should just give up, I pushed through and it's almost the end! Praise the Lord! When we reached the top this was our conversation: 

Heather: "We made it !!!! I really thought we might not at one point"

Jason: "I knew we would! You're too determined to quit"

This has been our year.... Jason continually pushing me, telling me I could do it and reminding me that I won't let myself quit! I am so thankful for him!!! 

Some pictures from our day:

We went to the very top! (as in the part you can hardly see)

                                                                                                                                Almost there! 

Please excuse how gross we look!

More on our journey next time, 

Heather 

From Jason...

An Update on Life...

For Spring Break and a mini vacation from life Heather and I went to Miami to see the family. It was a nice change of scenery being able to fly into Florida over clear ocean water. While we were there we got to relax and enjoy being with family. Always nice to get to spend time with those amazing kids. They are growing up so fast. Baby Kaylyn is getting so big now, Craig is talking up a storm, and Grace is the ring leader of the three! For the first time since I can remember we were able to go to the beach! When we were not having to dodge man-o-wars we were able to help Craig build a sand castle, I think he was more interested in destroying it than building it :). I was able to spend time with the guys getting to try my hand at trap shooting, was a little worried at first, two words that have never been in the same sentence together is Jason and gun, however it turned out pretty well....just ask the bruise on my shoulder. I was really glad I got to experience that with Rick and Ryan! Unfortunately all good things must come to an end, hated leaving Florida but we were able to return safely to Lynchburg and resume normal life as we know it. The last four weeks have been pretty fun for Heather and I. I never knew there was anyone who liked to fill out NCAA tournament brackets more than I. And for the record, yes, Heather did beat me. Wait, let me rephrase that, Heather DESTROYED me in our bracket challenge. It was a lot of fun! After every game Heather got out the pen and highlighter, normally for her to highlight her correct pick and cross out what I thought was a right pick. We really enjoyed the ride that VCU took america on! It was nice seeing the underdog beat Goliath for once or 5 times for the record but hey who is counting! Life is staying pretty steady for me at work, just trying to do the best I can! I can't say how proud I am of Heather for working so hard this semester. She is such a trooper, her dedication to her goals and her life's ambitions are such an inspiration to me. I know my wife is going to be an amazing nurse when she graduates. I cant wait to see and hear about all the different peoples lives she is going to touch! The semester is over May 9th and Heather is promising an update.

More on our journey next time!

Love Jason