MERRY CHRISTMAS! WOW -- 2010 is on it's way!

We enjoyed our first Christmas in Texas! We were very happy to have spent this Christmas with Papa and Grandma, Uncle Mark, Uncle Kyle, Auntie Lindsay and Uncle Brent! Well, they were all here the week before Christmas; Papa and Grandma stayed for Christmas! Everyone enjoyed Anna and John so much. Anna was not shy at all -- when everyone arrived she dropped her toys and gave them all hugs. Anna sure loved having all the family over. John did not make strange with anyone -- he was just happy with whoever wanted to play with him. Not only is John walking but he is running. He has learned to quickly grab one of Anna's toys and run -- it is cute to watch him as he now knows how to bug his sister. Anna is quick and does not let John run for long. He catches him, grabs her toy and tells him, "no John you be a good boy."

This holiday season we are very grateful for our continued health. We have all had the seasonal colds and flu but other than that we are staying healthy and want to remember not to take that for granted. Hope y'all have a great New Year!

Well, I know that I am the world's worst blogger! Just enjoy it when I do update it because we all know that it doesn't happen very often! So, the update -- John started walking at 9 1/2 months. Now at 10 months he is walking real fast! We just love to watch him walk all over and explore everywhere he goes! Now Anna is having to hide her toys a little better! John just loves to get into all his sisters things. Anna still loves to wear princess dresses at every opportunity! She also loves barbies and my little pony! Hint hint, it is her birthday in 2 weeks! Kidding!

Anyways, Justin and I are doing very good; we always seem to reflect on God's goodness in our lives. Not a day goes by that we don't think about the abundance He has given too us. We are really enjoying the fall over here in Texas. The cool and crisp weather has been nice a change from the 5 year summer in California. Justin has been busy using his john deere blower to continuously blow the leaves away from the house. Also to blow them into a big pile -- him and Anna love to run and jump into the leaf pile.

So long!

Summer 2009!

Hey ya'll! It sure has been a while -- like usual! We had a great trip to Ontario in August; we spent most of our time visiting with family and relaxing. We did the 27 hour drive in 2 days; the kids did amazing along the way. Our visit consisted of visiting family, friends and relaxing. Here are some updates about all of us:

Justin is staying very busy at work; always looking for the next project or deal to put together. He also has a new hobby -- hunting! He is LOVIN' the Texas way of life -- shooting, shooting and more shooting. Well let's say that he is practicing for the hunting season with his clay pigeon shooting.

Sarah, I have been very busy in my craft room! I just wish there were more hours in the day to do more. I am very thankful that I have a craft room so that I can keep my projects out and just work on them here and there. Along with the laundry, cleaning, cooking and playing with the kids -- I always find a little time to head to Amarillo and go shopping with my best friend.

Anna, has been talking up a storm lately. Her newest thing is telling us storied about her best friends named Lisa and Bossy. "They go to high school." Anna loves to play outside with penny and ride around on her bike.

John, has been pulling himself up and sometimes even standing alone for a few seconds. He is such a happy boy -- he smiles and laughs all the time. He LOVES to be outside, LOVES to eat dirt, plants or anything else that he can put into his mouth; on the flip side, he loves to take baths -- which he needs lots of.

Justin and I have started to take the class, Growing Kids God's Way -- we are taking this class with four other couples. We are enjoying the evening out of the house and to be learning and growing together in our faith.

We can hardly believe that we have been in Dalhart for 4 months already. Time is flying by so fast! We are LOVING the new life her and will continue to seek for God's will in our lives!

Thanks for checking in with us! Love you all!

Sarah

I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD HAVE A CHA-WEINER!

These days!

Here are a few pics of kids these days! Both of them are growing so much -- John in his weight and Anna in her words. Everyday he seems heavier and she seems to talk a little more. Both of these qualities definitely from their Dad! lol Kidding! Enjoy!