Our Shepard

We went out last night to a VERY cold live Nativity display. When we got there they recruited Jayden as an extra Shepard. I had to laugh because he was busy playing with the donkey in the back and loosing his Shepard hat the whole time. On the way home I asked him how it was especially seeing a real baby in the manger (don't worry it was a heated manger). His response,"It was nice but I don't know why they didn't have me say something in the microphone like the other kids (who had practice lines)." I guess we know who our Christmas "ham" is!

An Early Christmas Present

First Kiss

Tonight was the Christmas Program at church. It was really quite good. The message was "we are getting back to the manger." It was a lot of fun to watch. However, I will never forget tonight because of one thing. Ashley and Jayden were the green bell together. They wanted to share the message that Jesus brings eternal life. Ashley was a lot louder then Jayden. She even had to tell him to talk. The one thing that I won't forget happened after they spoke. When they were standing on the risers Ashley slugged Jayden (he probably needed prompting again) then she leaned over and kissed his cheek. That was enough for Jayden he was walking on air the rest of the night. Merry Christmas Jayden and you didn't even need mistletoe!

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

Tonight we had two major events to kick off the holiday season. Kimberly had her Christmas Dance Recital. It was SO much fun! As soon as it ended Doug and I went to my work party. It was entertaining to see work friends having such a good time together. Bring on the holidays, I am ready to party!

November

Thanksgiving with the family included amazing food and lots of games!

October

We began the month with a celebration of my Grandma's 80th birthday. It was fun to catch up with relatives I hadn't seen since I was in grade school. The rest of the month was filled with hayrides and pumpkin hunts. The kids got more candy then a small village could handle for Halloween. We really enjoyed out time as a family. The biggest highlight was a small day picnic to Farewell Bend for a rock hunt. Jayden and I really enjoyed exploring shadows.

September

I have decided that this Fall was just too crazy to truly document. My Grandfather turned 95 at the beginning of September and we had a great celebration. I was working on getting a job at Washington Elementary and so life was dedicated to teaching. Sadly the end of this month my dear Aunt Gail died. She will be truly missed.