Thanks Everyone

I want you to know how blessed we felt this Christmas. Steph bought most the presents earlier in the year (see photo on left) so we wouldn't have to feel so pinched on time and money at this time of year. Even so the pinch was there. Somehow several of you came together to make sure our Christmas was a joyful and blessed day.

You are all wonderful. My two sets of parents for all their love, support and encouragement. All my grandparents for their desire to give us love and help at any time. Our friends for inviting us to dinners and helping with the children. You anonymous angels who continued to door-bell-ditch gifts on our steps, which P.S.-I still don't know who you are even though I caught you at the last drop. I just saw the back of a hoodie. I really wanted to say thank you so I'm glad you hadn't run away quite yet. And to all the previously named for the gifts you gave as well (see photo on the right). Each one was thoughtful and special for the kids and us.

We may never know just how much you impacted us this season. We didn't feel poor financially (and still don't consider ourselves in that category) going into it, but every dollar made a difference and every gift was a reminder that someone was watching out for us. It also reminds me to be grateful for tithing and loved ones. Tithing, because it makes sure we're taken care of and loved ones because they do the same.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. You are all angels of mercy and treasured children of God. Merry Christmas!


Justin