Good Buddies

Ski Lesson

Another first for AJ this year....downhill skiing!

AJ's Violin Recital

AJ started in the Suzuki violin program this fall. Up to this point every skill he's learning is in preparation for actually playing the instrument. It won't be long now. We are so proud of his efforts!

AJ is 6

Catching My Breath

I'm not one to typically make new years resolutions, but lately I've been feeling a compulsion to slow down. Instead of filling every spare moment "doing something" I have tried to find time for rest and reflection. This isn't always easy to do, especially with life's crazy pace.

"Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." -Psalm 46:10

I heard in the news yesterday that a 5-yr.-old boy was found alive amidst the rubble in Haiti. He was buried for 8 days. Unbelievable. This story hit home with me because I have a 5-yr.-old son. I can't help but wonder what the future holds for this little boy and his uncle, who is himself struggling to survive. Would God spare his little life just to have him die of starvation? I believe that the God I serve is merciful and all-powerful, and His ways are higher than mine. So although I can't wrap my brain around the issue of pain & suffering in this world, I trust. And I pray. And I hug my children extra tight.

Our Handsome Boys

Yesterday daddy wore a tie to church and our boys wanted to dress just like him. The "getting dressed" routine took much less time than usual because they were so excited to get handsome. The shirts stayed tucked in for a total of about 5 minutes.

Jojo's Preschool Christmas Program