Christmas 2013

Christmas was wonderful this year. WE were able to spend lots of time with family and were able to celebrate Jesus' birth with those that we love. `The kids are loving singing "Happy birthday" to Jesus on Christmas Eve, and I am so thankful that it is a tradition that my parents started with us. We were all sick on Christmas Eve with colds, so didn't do all the visiting that we had planned but still it was nice. We did go to the Christmas Eve service at our church, and we had dinner at my parents, and typically a large party is planned but my mom called everyone to say we wouldn't be doing the big party as our family was sick and she didn't want to expose everyone. I was happy to be able to be out and not be home and not spending time with our family. Christmas Day was wonderful. The kids were thrilled with their gifts. We were so blessed this year by the generosity of some wonderful people. My parents as well as one of my husbands co-workers helped us get gifts for the kids this year. I can't even begin to tell you how blessed we were to receive these gifts. Each of the kids got one special gift that they were really really hoping for. Sophia got an American girl doll and was beyond excited. She also got clothing for her doll and some lip gloss and clothing. Sam got a snow board and legos that he had really wanted. Preston got this sweet little Mickey chair that he absolutely is thrilled about. And little miss Paisley got Sophia the Giraffe which she is loving chewing on.

Walking with friends

SO my two friends and I went on a three mile walk today. It was so wonderful to get out and enjoy the beautiful cool crisp air, and amazing company. These two ladies are such blessings in my life. Michelle just had baby Genesys last week, and Jen had Isaac last December. This is Michelle's Genesys. She also has two other children, Christian and Trinity. Michelle and I have been friends for quite a while and we co-lead the nursery together. Michelle is such an encourager and such a wonderful listener. I am so blessed to have her in my life. Christian and Sophia are both in kindergarten together.

This is Jen's baby Isaac, we also call him Baby Blue Eyes. This little guy has the most beautiful blue eyes ever, and he is such a happy little guy. Jen is a new friend, who has been such a tremendous blessing in these last several months. I am so very thankful for her, and for our friendship. Jen is getting ready to start up a bible study and I am so thrilled to be able to be a part of it.

I am just so blessed by these two special Godly ladies. God truly has given me some amazing friends. Friends that I learn so much from and that we support each other through so much. It is so wonderful to be going through this phase of life with these lovely ladies who are going through it with me.

And of course my two littles were with us on our walk today too. Preston was in and out of the stroller, alternating between running and walking. Paisley slept almost the entire time.

Please say prayers for Sammy. He seems like he is getting sick, but he is also due for his IVIG tomorrow. Please pray that they get the IV in easily and that all goes smoothly. Thank you!!!