In the Beginning...

Here we are on our wedding day in June of 1991.  Excitement and joy filled the day and the future was a promise of wonderful things yet to come.  Little did we know then, these two happy people, what else the future had in store.

We moved into new homes, had a beautiful daughter and a handsome son.  We went on vacations, fishing, and camping.  We had the "Woodfest" at our farm.  There were birthdays, Christmas' and New Years to be celebrated.  We were normal; like any other family. Then, in the blink of an eye in 2004, we found that our little world would never be the same.

Sometimes I wonder what our lives would have been like without the specter of cancer hanging over us.  Then again, I would never know that I married Superman and watch his incredible strength rise to meet each battle.  He would never know the warrior he married inside the woman he loves.  Dana and Dan would have never known the strength they have shown to succeed in the face of adversity.

They say things happen for a reason and that God has a plan.  I'm just grateful that plan included more time for Denny.  As a family, we embrace 2014 and are happy to enter this new year together.  Thank you for being with us every step of the way.  We wish you joy, health and happiness always.

TheWoodruff4

Miracles...They Are All Around Us

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from TheWoodruff4.  I have just a moment to spend writing before I begin baking and wrapping.  As I was getting the butter out of the refrigerator, I saw this little drawing that I put up last year.  Dana drew it last Christmas Eve in Church on her bulletin.  I remember seeing it on the kitchen table later that night and cut it out.  Dana was thinking of a holiday tradition we started when the kids were born. 

Each Christmas Eve, TheWoodruff4 sit together side-by-side on our couch to hear Denny read "The Night Before Christmas".  Seeing this little picture brought tears to my eyes.  How grateful I am that the four of us will, once again, be able to sit side-by-side on our couch to hear him read.  We have been given the greatest gift of all...time to celebrate as a family. 

Both of the kids are here.  TheWoodruff4 are together under one roof.  We will have our traditional turkey dinner, open gifts on Christmas morning, and just bask ourselves in yuletide happiness.

Yes, miracles are happening all around us.  We appreciate all of our readers who have been following this journey.  There have been almost 18,000 hits on this blog to date.  We continue to be inspired and are in awe of the wonders we have experienced.  Thank you for being with us every step of the way.  Denny wouldn't be here without the grace of God, your prayers and support.  We wish for you a safe and healthy Holiday.  Enjoy your families and friends.  We are sure if you look hard enough, you will see the miracles in your lives too!