On September 5, one of Meaghan's schoolmates, Tyler Schilhabel, was injured riding an ATV at the Pismo Dunes. He was paralyzed, and flown to Stanford Medical Center for surgery. Tyler was the starting quarterback for the Independence HS Falcons varsity team. Needless to say, the school was in total shock. What happened over the next week was not only a blessed miracle, but a emotionally charged example of a true community. The school, the community, and other places throughout the nation began a prayer chain that has overwhelmed almost all who have witnessed it. The school began fund raising, and there has been thousands of dollars raised for the Schilhabel family for Tyler's medical expenses. The greatest proof of God's love has been the wonderful progress that Tyler has experienced. (See the family's blog www.schilhabelstrong.blogspot.com) He is a true example of the miracle of God's love and grace.
Back to the Snyder family, I was blessed to find out last weekend that my oldest daughter, Caitlyn, and her boyfriend, Josh Hall, are going to be parents. The baby is due somewhere around May 8, 2011. They are a little overwhelmed, but very happy that this wonderful blessing will be part of our family next year.
I started back to school last week. Consequently, I will probably have less time for updates, but will continue to try and update life and the family history of my ancestors. I hope that I can continue to share stories and stats of my family for all those who are interested.