Christmas 2009

This is our first attempt at blogging. Thanks to John and Carrie, we are able to get this started.
These first four pictures were taken by our family photographer, Amy. She does a great job and set up the photo op in their barn at home. Thanks, Amy!

We had lots of exciting news this year. When Jenny and Dan arrived, the boys had on their "I'm the big brother" shirts. Neither of us got it, but found out that we are going to be grandparents for the 10th time in August, 2010. We are so happy for Jenny and Dan, Isaac, Levi and this new little baby.

We are blessed beyond measure and are so thankful for our children and grandchildren. One of the reasons for this blog is to keep up to date on the happenings in our family and share the God moments in our lives. Psalm 78:4 NIV "...we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, His power, and the wonders He has done."

This was our youngest grandson, Jay's, first Christmas, so it was fun to see the excitement of him with Mom and Dad, his cousins, and even take his first steps.

It was great to see everyone participate in a home-made Christmas. Everyone was so creative and came up with some great gifts. I'm sure the grandkids had a hand in helping out too, so what a good way to involve them in the spirit of giving. Thanks Amy, for putting us to the challenge. We had the privilege of having our oldest grandsons come and help us put up our tree and decorations, so we are so thankful to you, Caleb, Seth and Noah.