Thanksgiving

We have enjoyed a week in Utah visiting family members and eating a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. The children have loved reuniting with cousins, grandparents, aunts and uncles! We are so thankful for this special time with family.

While looking through a box of photographs, I was reminded of many memories our family has made throughout the year. I am thankful to have record of such special events and memorable moments.

Uncle Greg and Kristen's wedding in Mesa, Arizona

A Saturday at Stewart Beach in Galveston, Texas

A visit to Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah

Nathan's baptism

The birth of Caroline Grace.

Dear Family and Friends,

In response to many recent questions about Sarah's health, here is a brief update.

Sarah continues to show the increasing effects of her brain cancer. On the positive side, she no longer has to take steroids or other medication. She has returned to being her natural happy self albeit with limited ability to walk and lack of energy. On Tuesday morning, we visited the funeral home to select her casket and start plans for her funeral. Despite it being a very uncomfortable task, we are thankful we have the time to make these plans in advance. When the time comes, we plan to hold a viewing and funeral here in Houston and then forward the casket to Utah for another viewing and burial near our extended family.

This week, Sarah began to receive the services of Hospice (home health care). Weekly visits from a nurse and monthly check-ups with the doctor will help us in caring for our little one.

Again, thank you all for your concern and prayers in our behalf. Our family benefits greatly from your show of support.

Sincerely,
Brian & Christine

This afternoon Sarah asked if I would put Caroline on her bed. She carefully took off the baby's socks and explained that she was going to be her Mama for the day.

Hook 'em Horns!

On Saturday, October 25, the Giles brothers/cousins/brother-in-law/buddy celebrated our annual Mancation (man + vacation = Mancation) at a University of Texas football game in Austin. Thanks Bart, Greg, Mark, Allen, Nick and Todd for the good times! Our traditional pre-game meal at Pappasito's Tex-Mex and post-game wings at Pluckers are always must-haves. And the winning streak continues! Texas beat Oklahoma State 28-24! When the Giles bunch is attending, the Longhorns are now 4-0. As an added good luck charm, Nathan "Nate Skate" Giles came along. This 8-year-old quickly became a fan favorite as he bodysurfed after each touchdown. The game ball goes to you, pal!

Brian