We decided to do an online Christmas card this year! Much easier for us, and anyone who doesn't want to read what we've been up to this year doesn't have to feel obligated! ;)
Not much has changed since last Christmas -- and I think that's a great thing!
JENNA will be 7 on Dec. 17 -- our little girl is growing up way too fast! She is missing her two front teeth just in time for Christmas... She is in first grade and loves reading, writing, dancing, drawing, gymnastics, and playing with friends!
BRADEN is 9 and is in the 4th grade. He is reading his way through the Harry Potter books and is becoming quite the chef.
ZACK is 14 and is a freshman in high school. Yikes! Where does the time go? Under duress, he is starting piano lessons again with Mom! (I'm sure someday he'll thank me???)
DOUG is still International Tax Director with Ensco and first counselor in the bishopric. Our goal for next year is to find a better work/life balance!
ALISA is still busy with her life coaching business (www.coachalisa.com) and being a Cub Scout leader (Webelos) and choir pianist.
We are all so grateful for this time of year when we can reflect on the many blessings we have because of that baby that was born so many years ago in Bethlehem. We are so grateful for Jesus Christ and His atoning sacrifice for us. We are so grateful for his perfect example, and for His love for each one of us. We are so grateful to live in a free country where we can openly worship Him. We are looking forward to a new year with new opportunities to become better and to become more like Him!
We wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a Happy New Year!
Love,
Doug, Alisa, Zack, Braden & Jenna
