We didn’t send any cards out this year but we wanted to let you all know that we love you and are thinking of you during this Christmas time. We decided to stay in Indiana for the Holidays this year (and are hoping for a white Christmas) We will enjoy our friends here, but we will miss distant family and friends so very much…
For those who'd like a little update on what we've been up to in 2009~
Well, for starters, in April we got our new little baby, Preston! He is a very happy, sweet little guy, and I guess I might brag here a little to tell you that he started walking at 6 ½ months! He is only 8 months old now and he is walking all over the place like a pro! Funny, he doesn’t seem to think it’s a big deal though. We are so happy to have him in our family and we cannot imagine life without him.
Faith turned 5 years old this month so she is really looking forward to starting Kindergarten and going to school with her brothers! She is such a smart little girl and she keeps busy helping Mommy with so many things, including taking good care of her baby brother. She also loves spending as much time as possible making fun little crafts and recipes.
Wes is 7 and in first grade. His teacher raves about how smart and nice he is. He's testing at 4th and 5th grade reading levels, he's so interested in learning about many things. He's also a great friend to all his schoolmates, never wanting anyone to feel left out. He helps us all feel cheerful at home, he often hums happily as he goes about his business.
Jacob turned 8 last month and was baptized, which was a very special thing for him. I have noticed he has been more deliberate in trying to choose the right ever since he was baptized. He was already an awesome kid, but I can tell he has been trying extra hard to be his very best self. Like his brother, Jacob is also doing extremely well at school.
We feel very blessed in so many ways, and we know that all our blessings come from above. We have enjoyed good health and a safe home and many happy memories in 2009.
May you feel the Spirit of Christ in your hearts this Christmas and throughout the coming new year.
With much Love,
Matt, Glenda, Jacob, Wes, Faith & Preston
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