We've gotten a good lead, maybe two, on possible attorneys. I plan to follow up on Tuesday, when the world gets back to work.

The kids got back today from about five days in Houston. Brandi reports that they seem to be doing well, but Daniel tends to get weepy these days, with no real explanation why. Of all the kids, Daniel is the sensitive one. He's the one who "feels" and who likes to be in close proximity with plenty of physical touch (e.g. hugs). I think he's feeling my absence, even if he can't understand his feelings or verbalize them. Please, pray for all of my family, but say a special prayer for little Daniel.

Brandi and I had a good weekend. We were able to see each other for several hours on Saturday (thanks to my mother-in-law taking Evangeline for us), and we were able to go to church together this morning. I also spent a couple of hours out at our place this afternoon, doing various random chores.

This will be my second holiday without my family; the first was the 4th of July. It's difficult to be without them on special days, but Brandi and I try to keep the proper perspective, knowing that this means we're one day closer to being together as a family again.

Thanks to all of you who read this blog. I've gotten a few emails and encouragements specifically about the blog, and I really appreciate them.

Pray for Brandi, Nathan, Daniel, Abigail, and Evangeline.