I was going to send out Christmas cards this year- but then I didn't. I know I am a total slacker. Call it lack of the perfect picture. I know I know it's a silly reason, but it is the reason none the less. Anyways, I thought I would still send out good news to our family and friends. We have had such an eventful year, busy busy busy- but isn't that always the case?
Timothy started his final year of Pre-K this Sept and has just grown leaps and bounds. He can count to 100, he knows all his letters and sounds, he can pick out some words and even knows a little Math thanks to his siblings. My littlest one is almost 5 and I can't believe that! He is such a great helper around the house. We get to spend lots of time together. He is my best shopping partner! Timothy joined soccer this fall season and is such a natural. One game he blocked 9 shots from going in and even led the team to a win! Soccer is in his blood- he will DEFINITELY be returning.
Siera graduated from Kindergarten and is now in FIRST grade. I have to say I almost cried her first day of school. She apparently is a big flirt and has lots of friends- mostly boys- and loves to go to school! She has a great teacher who teaches them all kinds of fun songs. I am amazed at how her reading has drastically improved. Siera decided to test out Soccer during the fall- she had so much fun. It was a blast watching her try to get to the ball. She did great. Who knows what she will do next though.
Savana has moved from 2nd to 3rd grade. She is getting so big. This summer she turned 8 and decided to get baptized. It was so wonderful to have all our family get together to celebrate such an amazing choice. Of course she loved all the attention. Savana is our little drama queen! She loves to sing, dance and she has even started taking piano lessons! She is such a natural musician. I love it. She is in the top of her class at school, and has lots of friends (mostly boys) and loves to make up fun games. Savana is NOT a soccer fan, but she does love gymnastics and does such a good job. Hopefully by the end of the year she will have her back handspring down!!
Tomas is growing up way too fast for my liking. He has entered the 4th grade and is starting to have to write essays, and reports. He comes to right above my shoulder and his feet are as big as mine!! He is a tall kid. He is so natural at everything though. He is GREAT in soccer, does well in basketball, and football. (I for one am glad he just sticks with soccer though) He loves to draw and put on plays. He is now a Weblos in the scouting program and he just loves all the projects he gets to do. He is so friendly to everyone and just has a lot of friends. We are so lucky to have him in our family.
Josh is still working in Wyoming, but finally has a different job. He was hired by SMS in August and had to go to Louisiana for 6 weeks for training. That was difficult to say the least, but we are all looking forward to that not happening again!! He is really enjoying his line of work now. He is the safety technician. He is the one that makes sure the working environment is safe!! How awesome! His schedule changed back to two weeks on and two weeks off- so we are still adjusting to that. We are super excited that he will be home for Christmas this year!!!
He is still enjoying hunting and can't wait for Tommy to be able to join him. Thank goodness he has Rocky (the dog) to go get some ducks with!
As for me, my life is busy always. I started my photography business back in February of 2010 and it is steadily getting better all the time. I am having so much fun learning and growing. This is the best job in the world, next to being a wife and mother! The kids keep me driving to and fro with soccer, piano and gymnastics. It drives me crazy that I can't be in 4 places at once, but we make it work somehow. I am part of the PTA and have been volunteering in the kids classes. It is a lot of fun to see all those kids, and to keep an eye on my own! I am compassionate service assistant in my ward which means I am in charge of getting meals and help for those in need in our ward boundaries. It really has taught me a lot about kindness, compassion and love for those I didn't know so well before hand. It has increased my need to serve others- I find that my life is incredibly blessed in every aspect and I want to repay that by serving those around me. Hopefully these lessons have rubbed off on my kids too:)
Our family is blessed in so many ways. We are so happy to be celebrating the birth of our Savior. We love to learn about Him and find ways that He is in our everyday life. This is our favorite time of year. Not because of the presents, or the lights, but in finding joy in our friends and family, sharing wonderful moments together, and leaning upon our testimonies in our Savior Jesus Christ.
From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Josh, Heidi, Tomas, Savana, Siera and Timothy
