What a Christmas we had! Avery and Paige enjoyed every minute of opening presents and Adam and I enjoyed every minute of watching them. Then we spent the rest of the day playing, eating and relaxing. A huge THANK YOU! goes out to all of our family and friends who sent wonderful gifts to us. We hope that everyone else had a very merry Christmas as well. Now that Avery is three and a half she understands so much more. As a parent it is fun to see her little mind work. She has been learning at school and church what Christmas is all about and was just as excited about the fact that Christmas is Jesus's birthday as she was about Santa and getting presents.
Unfortunately, this past week has also been a little sad. My Grandma Jan passed away on Dec 22nd. She has been ill for a long time and eventhough you think you are prepared, you still grieve. We will be heading to Pittsburgh this week for the memorial service. This will be the first time since my brother's wedding in Aug of 2003 that all of my siblings will be in one place at the same time. While we will be gathering for a less than joyful occassion, I am thankful for the complete "reunion" that will occur. Please keep my family in your prayers.
Please check back next week for what I'm sure will be a ton of pictures. Be safe as you ring in the new year and make your 2009 a year of purpose.
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