"Last Entry from the Trip!"

It was such a fun day seeing people in North English I have not seen in years. I was able to see a few of them when I went with my dad again to the "Liar's Club" in the morning. They are such a fun group and the way they tease each other is unbelievable.

Later in the morning I had the chance to see my cousin Matt. Matt is very special since he is like my little brother. Matt's mom died 15 years ago (at the age of 42) and when Randy died Matt became like my younger brother. It has been a tough life for Matt, but as he would tell you I have been his one constant throughout his life. I was not going to be able to see Matt, because he works in Cedar Rapids as a car salesman, but over night someone broke into the dealership and shot...yes shot up the dealership. The gunman or gunmen shot out the windows and all of the computers in the dealership. So fortunately I was able to see him and talk with him.

I also had the opportunity to meet with my Aunt Reva and Arland again. It was sad for me when I left because she hugged me harder than she ever has and reminded me that she loved me and was proud of me.

The afternoon was spent just hanging out around my folk's house, but Mitchell had the pleasure of going fishing and playing golf with his grandfather. My dad takes such pride in doing that and can not praise Mitchell enough for the way he never gets upset over a missed fish or poorly hit golf ball.

Well tonight is my last night in Iowa and essentially the last blog on the road. It has been such a wonderful and relaxing time for me. I want to thank the church family for allowing me to take this much needed (did not realize how much I needed it until we were on the road) vacation and I pray you have enjoyed reading about the attics of the Donahues.

Tomorrow morning we will leave to return to Sellersburg. Please pray for our safe return. We will make a stop at the Nichols, IA cemetery where Kari's grandparents are buried. I look forward to see you all Sunday morning.