It's Been A While

Hey family, Andrew here.

First to mom: Incredible blogs. Very meaningful. I appreciate what you do for our family by pushing us, encouraging us, listening to us, and praying for us. So thoughtful...thank you!

To Matt: love the bracket on mid-majority (although we had talked about it on the phone too). I wish we could have watched some of the tournament together because I know we would have been rooting for the same teams. I get so tired of most people just rooting for their picks instead of rooting for who they actually want to win. I hope the final four is Northern Iowa, Butler, Cornell, and St. Mary's. Our Big Ten teams too.

To Gideon: Thanks for having me represent a team in your Final Four. I love you and can't wait to hold you and play with you in Chicago. I even bought you something for Easter already. Go Mountain Hawks!

To Dad: I went golfing this week and shot an 83. Sorry you can't play because of your shoulder but I had a blast. I wish I would have played with you but we'll play soon enough.

To Kristi: I loved getting texts from you this weekend. I didn't even know you would be watching all of the basketball as closely as you have. I love the upsets just like you. Kristine and I have been missing you and can't wait to hang in Chicago.

Courtney: I really miss you. I've seen Matt and Gideon twice in the past month but unfortunately you haven't been able to make it. Kristine and I have been talking about going out with you and Matt sometime soon and maybe staying up at your place too. I would love to hear about how things are going with your jobs and also hear updates on planning for a baby room at your house.

Ryan: Thank you for being a great new brother. I loved the poop text you sent me a month of so ago. It was hilarious. Thank you also for calling my wife on a regular basis. You have been consistent in doing that and she really appreciates it. I know you probably have a portable GPS and I thought it would be fun to do some geocaching (spelling?) in Chicago sometime if we have a chance.

Kristine: I love you dearly and can't wait for our Spring Break adventures in Chicago and Miami. I am extra pumped for our one day cruise to the Bahamas. I am happy that we are actively communicating and praying for our future. Love you!

To all: As of right now, Kristine and I are planning on staying in Kokomo for the time being. I am not taking the Fort Wayne tennis position. I am looking to stay and possible advance within the tennis center here. I am also planning on starting a Master's degree this fall. Kristine and I will continue to look around and be ready to leave when God wants us to. Continue to pray for us! Love you all and only a week and a half until Chicago baby!

Andrew

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