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Journey to the Bottom of the Earth. My dearest friends and family,. Unfortunately, my mind was occupied during this time and that meant that some things fell off the wagon, namely, my blog. For that, I apologize.

Thursday, August 13, 2009. To celebrate her strength, courage, and hope-than at the Relay for Life. There was so much excitement in the 3 weeks of preparation for this party. And with the help of many of her closest family and friends it was a HUGE success. There were times that we were certain she knew that something was going on. Grandpa met Leslie with open arms and together they finished the Survivor lap. Thursday, January 29, 2009.

Saturday, March 19, 2011. I am such a slacker! I have not blogged since JULY! That is un-acceptable. I have so much to tell. The most exciting thing that is going on in my life is that I AM GOING TO HAVE A BABY! James and I will become parents sometime around July 3rd to a precious little baby girl. We have named her Piper Lane Powers. We are beyond excited about the changes that are going to take place in our lives in just a little over 3 months. HOLY COW! Tuesday, July 20, 2010.

Leslie Adams, a Signature Status member of the Portrait Society of America, is an internationally recognized artist who specializes in figurative art and portraiture. Her patrons include distinguished members of private society as well as the corporate, academic, religious, cultural, and civic leaders of our day. Her works grace the walls of institutions and museums throughout the world.