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A week ago, we asked my sister-in-law, the very talented Megan Russell, at the very last minute, if she could come over and take a few pictures of our little family. With the third phase of Jack's treatment, we are seeing more and more hair come out each day, and I just wanted to have some good pictures of all of us together before it all came out. She was so willing to come, and took some amazing photos. Here is a slide show she made for us of the pictures she took.

.for jack. from megan russell on Vimeo.

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Dee7 said…
What a beautiful video! You guys will continue to be in my prayers!
April 18, 2010 at 12:48 AM
Unknown said…
That was so, so beautiful, Tali. Praying for you all!
April 18, 2010 at 12:38 PM
Moriah said…
Beautiful pictures! You guys are a wonderful family, and I love you all so much. God bless!
April 18, 2010 at 3:01 PM
Joe & Rakel B. said…
WOW!!! Great pics and a great song to go with them got teary watching it! Love you guys and praying for you daily.
April 18, 2010 at 4:36 PM
Amy said…
These are so great!! I love them all. The ones of just you and Jordan are awesome. All of your boys are beautiful.
April 18, 2010 at 7:58 PM
Will and Sena said…
Tali! These made me cry!! What beautiful pictures to have and hold from this season. I love seeing the joy in the midst of suffering - what a picture of God's amazing grace and faithfulness.
Always praying!
Miss you dearly,
~~Sena
April 18, 2010 at 10:42 PM
Kristin VIning said…
In tears. So beautiful. Simply beautiful. I'm praying for you and your family. Ahhh - the shot of him kissing you on the ground. MY HEART BE STILL!! Love to you, the family and precious little Jack. May God keep you close and bless you. xoxo
April 19, 2010 at 12:19 PM
Ashley Brynn said…
this is so darling.
praying for you everyday.
and the song...is one of my favorites.
love you all.
April 19, 2010 at 10:43 PM
Anonymous said…
so beautiful.........


I am from california. I found your blog through a friend on face book. You have been such an encouragement for me.. Thinking of you all and praying for you. thank you for letting God show his Glory in your time of trouble!!!
April 22, 2010 at 1:45 AM
Mom said…
While I keep you in heart always
He keeps you in hands forever.
Greater Love has no man than that he lays down his life for another.
The depth of my heart is stretch out in your behalf before the throne of the Creator.
I love each one of you, my precious children.
Mom
April 22, 2010 at 5:03 PM
Julie said…
I see such deep joy and love!!! Praying for your family!
April 23, 2010 at 3:26 PM
Mike and Sarah said…
Oh, TK, I finally took a moment to play this slide show... You are such a beautiful mommy! I love all those slobbery (and not so slobbery) kisses. Your love for your family is so evident and it just just can't be contained in these photos. I thank you for sharing with us all these glimpses of a mother's love. Your example over the years of loving your family, and in particular of loving being a mommy, has given me faith for the season I am now in. You provoke me, my friend, and you help me see the loving hand of God. I love learning from you and seeing God's grace at work in your life. So grateful for your friendship!
April 25, 2010 at 3:57 PM
Jordan Family said…
Absolutely beautiful video! Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Love and prayers -aj
April 25, 2010 at 7:56 PM
Hilary said…
I am sitting here at my computer literally sobbing ... oh you guys, it is going to be very hard to say goodbye to you all when we have to go back home to MN. I can't put into words how deeply affected I have been by your lives, the breathtaking display of faith and trust in our Savior that you have shown through trial and suffering ... No words can articulate my thanks to Jesus for each of you and for his kindness in letting us have this year together. I love you so much! Hil
April 25, 2010 at 8:25 PM
Davis Fam said…
so beautiful, how very precious! praying for you. so grateful for your testimony. thank you for your love and trust in the Saviour. so often in our thoughts and prayers
April 26, 2010 at 8:57 AM
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