Merry Christmas!

Hi family and friends. Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to you. I attempted to update the blog yesterday, but we were having some internet problems, so I will now. We have had a great week of sharing and spending time with at the Embrey Christmas party last weekend, making gingerbread men, Christmas Eve service at Trader's Point Christian Church, and opening presents yesterday on Christmas Day.

Since 7:30 a.m yesterday, there has been little eating, talking or even fighting (wow) between the boys as they have been totally involved in their Star Wars extravaganza... Legos, action figures, vehicles, oh my!

Here are a few pictures. We miss you so much Grandpa and Lou Lou, and are thankful that you were not injured in the fire. Things are replaceable, you however are not. Happy Birthday, Jesus.

We thank God often for each and every one of you and treasure the faith we share

Isaac's first piano recital

Yesterday, we enjoyed hearing several musicians at the bi-annual recital held by Isaac's piano teacher along with 2 other teachers. It's so amazing, the talent some of these young people are blessed with. Right before Isaac was to perform, he leaned over to me with a pale face and told me he was nervous. I encouraged him that he would do a fantastic job and that we were very proud of him. He performed two pieces in front of a decently sized crowd of mostly strangers. "Honeybee" was his first piece (Suzuki) and then "This Little Light of Mine." We again, couldn't be more proud of his growth in piano and the self-confidence he is gaining. He even remembered to bow at the end.

Here are some pictures of Isaac performing. The video was done on the camera, so we will try to figure out how to download that to the blog.

Raingutter Regatta

On Jacob's birthday, we also had another event. Isaac enjoyed the Raingutter Regatta with his cub scout troop and had a team cheering him on, including his Grammy. Although he did not win any races, he did win a trophy for best paint job! We continue to be very proud of our cub scout! Congratulations, Isaac ;)

Jacob's 5th Birthday

On November 14th, our Jacob turned 5 years old. I cried a little in the morning, Michael cried the night before, then we enjoyed celebrating with him that afternoon. There were 14 children here to celebrate on the 14th with some of their parents. It was a NASCAR themed birthday party where we pinned the mustache on Dale Jr. and everyone had a great time. Here are a few pictures from the party.

Andy talked me into it :)

Yesterday's post was so well received by my brother-in-law, (Ha!) that I decided to post more pics...

Another unbelievably beautiful day in Indianapolis. The change of colors, the bright blue sky, and still some green grass... it's breathtaking.

Love to you all :)

Fall Photo Opportunity.. we took it!

Today was an absolutely beautiful fall day. We haven't had many this season, so I took the opportunity to drag our handsome boys to the park.. except it was about pictures before playtime. That went over like a lead balloon, but I got a few good shots that I hope to use as reprints.

Jacob will be 5 next month and as I look at these pictures, I see my baby has slipped away. It's bitter sweet.

Playground Fun

We had a nice call from Great Gordon last night, checking in and letting us know that he saw the new posts and Isaac's video. He checks the blog "at least once a day," he said. We love our Great Gordon and am thankful for this technology so that he can keep up with the boys. Thanks to all of you other onlookers :) (Grammy, Andy, etc..) oh, yeah, you are important and we love you too ! :)