Let there be joy to everyone this Christmas!
“Joy to Everyone This Christmas” is a free music video with a message of hope that all people experience love, peace and joy this Christmas. Those that published it hope the song and video inspire you to serve others this season and they invite you to share your stories of joy and service on their blog.
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Sunday, December 21, 2008
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Tiny Nativity
Here are photos of our littlest angels acting out the nativity scene at home.
Joy to the World!Mikelle holding Lucy
These were taken at the church Christmas party last week.
Lucy demonstrates how she can already hold a spoon! ;o)Tuesday, December 16, 2008
FHE 12-15-08
Last night we had the new missionaries over for supper. The meal was a little late because Papa had the groceries in the van when he ran an errand during the time to fix supper.... but worst part is, the enchilada sauce we bought in a can and baked over the burritos was really awful. So I apologized and said, "We always seem to have at least one dinner flop during each set of missionaries." To which Elder Henretty quipped, "Well, I'm glad we got that out of the way then!" LOL, talk about pressure to make all the others turn out right!
But it was enjoyable, we got to learn more about Elders Howard and Henretty and the families they came from as we had a course of sliced oranges and then dessert of ice cream and cake. Elder Hen' gave us a devotional about how we all have trials in life and may not understand why at the time but eventually we may see how that trial turned out to be for our good. Mikelle and Chelsy were here and Mikelle said that the fire that took their home has turned out to be a blessing in many ways, one of them being seeing people step forward to help them.
Elder How' gave the closing prayer and Papa drove them home (they still have no car at this time).
Lora then tried to cut Timmy's hair with help from several of us and distraction from Wilson.... the haircut is a work in progress, to be continued. He went to school that way this morning. Oh well, not much worse than it's been already!
This morning we took Joel, Ella and Lucy to the pediatrician. Lora came along to help. Ella came along to scream and demonstrate how to tantrum (lol, but true). The weather is so awful --ice with snow and still coming down-- that Papa drove us and then came back to pick us up at lunch break. It's so cold that your hands freeze to the bone between the building and the car if you're not wearing gloves. (I'm a native Oregonian, weather is not supposed to get like this. Tell me again why people live here? Because their ancestors never went West?) Meantime, Joel discovered the TV in the big waiting room and the three Christmas trees-- ay carumba!-- and attempted to unravel the mystery of the maze of doctors offices behind the front desk while we waited. I was mostly watching for Papa to arrive at the covered drive-up (except for the period of time that I chased Joel through the maze of offices, calling out for the nurses to stop smiling at him and stop him already) and while I was watching out the windows I saw a man with his medical supplies and no coat, hat or gloves stop at the glass doors, look out at the weather and the parking lot, trying to determine if he could make it or not... and I said to him in my head, "Don't do it! Don't do it!" But he dashed out anyway. Within seconds he turned into a large icicle and before he could reach the handle of his car, he'd fallen with a crash! I alerted the front desk and when the team had bundled up, they went out and put the man on a gurney and brought him inside to the ER. Good thing he was so close!
Just kidding, he didn't really turn into a large icicle. But he could have! This weather is so cold, you just can't take it lightly. Of course our kids were bundled like Ralphie's little brother Randy in "The Christmas Story". So many layers they can't put their arms down. And we won't be taking them out again unless absolutely necessary until this storm is over! Much more snow and ice is expected.
Hey Mike, we'll need more cocoa mix. ;o)
But it was enjoyable, we got to learn more about Elders Howard and Henretty and the families they came from as we had a course of sliced oranges and then dessert of ice cream and cake. Elder Hen' gave us a devotional about how we all have trials in life and may not understand why at the time but eventually we may see how that trial turned out to be for our good. Mikelle and Chelsy were here and Mikelle said that the fire that took their home has turned out to be a blessing in many ways, one of them being seeing people step forward to help them.
Elder How' gave the closing prayer and Papa drove them home (they still have no car at this time).
Lora then tried to cut Timmy's hair with help from several of us and distraction from Wilson.... the haircut is a work in progress, to be continued. He went to school that way this morning. Oh well, not much worse than it's been already!
This morning we took Joel, Ella and Lucy to the pediatrician. Lora came along to help. Ella came along to scream and demonstrate how to tantrum (lol, but true). The weather is so awful --ice with snow and still coming down-- that Papa drove us and then came back to pick us up at lunch break. It's so cold that your hands freeze to the bone between the building and the car if you're not wearing gloves. (I'm a native Oregonian, weather is not supposed to get like this. Tell me again why people live here? Because their ancestors never went West?) Meantime, Joel discovered the TV in the big waiting room and the three Christmas trees-- ay carumba!-- and attempted to unravel the mystery of the maze of doctors offices behind the front desk while we waited. I was mostly watching for Papa to arrive at the covered drive-up (except for the period of time that I chased Joel through the maze of offices, calling out for the nurses to stop smiling at him and stop him already) and while I was watching out the windows I saw a man with his medical supplies and no coat, hat or gloves stop at the glass doors, look out at the weather and the parking lot, trying to determine if he could make it or not... and I said to him in my head, "Don't do it! Don't do it!" But he dashed out anyway. Within seconds he turned into a large icicle and before he could reach the handle of his car, he'd fallen with a crash! I alerted the front desk and when the team had bundled up, they went out and put the man on a gurney and brought him inside to the ER. Good thing he was so close!
Just kidding, he didn't really turn into a large icicle. But he could have! This weather is so cold, you just can't take it lightly. Of course our kids were bundled like Ralphie's little brother Randy in "The Christmas Story". So many layers they can't put their arms down. And we won't be taking them out again unless absolutely necessary until this storm is over! Much more snow and ice is expected.
Hey Mike, we'll need more cocoa mix. ;o)
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Wonder of wonders, Miracle of miracles!
God has given us a beautiful newborn daughter!
We received the referral the day before Thanksgiving. Heavenly Father had even arranged for her to be born on Ella's birthday! A few of you may understand the great significance of that to us.
We've shed tears in realizing it was all carefully and marvelously orchestrated by our God who knows what is best for all.
We were able to visit her once at one week of age and brought her home yesterday at nearly two weeks old. We stand all amazed at the love Jesus offers us!
We've named our new daughter "Lucy Noel", in His honor, meaning "the Light of Christmas".
Welcome home, Lucy!
And now you know what Ella was trying to say. ;o)
We received the referral the day before Thanksgiving. Heavenly Father had even arranged for her to be born on Ella's birthday! A few of you may understand the great significance of that to us.
We've shed tears in realizing it was all carefully and marvelously orchestrated by our God who knows what is best for all.
We were able to visit her once at one week of age and brought her home yesterday at nearly two weeks old. We stand all amazed at the love Jesus offers us!
We've named our new daughter "Lucy Noel", in His honor, meaning "the Light of Christmas".
Welcome home, Lucy!
And now you know what Ella was trying to say. ;o)
Friday, December 5, 2008
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Fire
Our daughter Mikelle called during dinner yesterday to let us know she was alright, but that while she'd been at our home earlier, a fire had destroyed the family home where she lives. Mikelle and the daughter of the family were on their way from our house to the college when they got the call from Kathy that their home had burned. Mom, Dad and the girls were not home, but one of their little dogs is gone; the one that would sit in the window (of the room where the fire started) and watch for the family to come home. I cried as I thought of all that family has lost to flames and smoke! Tears of gratitude also that Kathy, Larry, Chelsy and Mikelle are safe!
Mike visited the site this morning and talked with the parents, they said the girls hadn't been close enough last night to understand the extent of the damage. They must all be in shock this morning.
Fortunately they do have insurance! Mikelle said last night that they think it was an electrical wiring malfunction.
Mike visited the site this morning and talked with the parents, they said the girls hadn't been close enough last night to understand the extent of the damage. They must all be in shock this morning.
Fortunately they do have insurance! Mikelle said last night that they think it was an electrical wiring malfunction.
Goodbye for now to Elders D & W
Whenever a missionary is transferred out of our area we miss them. They are usually in an area for about 3 to 6 months. Both of our missionaries were transferred yesterday. We will especially miss Elder Delavoye (right) and Elder Ward (left). They are loved!
New Elders have moved in and we look forward to getting to know them. Bishop Mike has already had the opportunity to meet with the new missionaries. We hope they have a car soon as the weather is freezing here!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
FHE 12-01-2008
Family Home Evening was split last night-- some of the older kids brought the three little ones to the annual Lions Club Christmas party for children with special needs, where they ate pizza and got to see Santa and were each given a present. Lora told me it was fun to see the kids respond, each in their own way and each so cute! Timmy went right up to Santa as soon as he saw him there. Ella didn't want to sit on Santa's lap this year but loved running around. Joel hid his face but upon opening his present he was thrilled to see 3 new Veggie Tales movies and showed them to everyone who would look! Timmy got Little People animals but was crazy about pushing Ella's little stroller and doll around and didn't even want to let go of it to get in his carseat afterwards. Ella had fun with the wrappings. :o)
Papa and I and Robin took a trip to visit a friend in the hospital and then brought Robin back to her school home. The visit with each of them was priceless.
The Thanksgiving break is over and winter is in full force! The very best part of winter is Christmas. God is blessing us with the light of Christmas already. I am filled with gratitude and awe at the love my Savior shows to me and my family!
I am thankful!
Dolores
Papa and I and Robin took a trip to visit a friend in the hospital and then brought Robin back to her school home. The visit with each of them was priceless.
The Thanksgiving break is over and winter is in full force! The very best part of winter is Christmas. God is blessing us with the light of Christmas already. I am filled with gratitude and awe at the love my Savior shows to me and my family!
I am thankful!
Dolores
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