Just a quick note. These were taken at the Jump to it place in Twin Falls. We had such fun there, playing with cousins. We were so glad that Andrew and Alyssa got to join us. Anyway, I just wanted to put up these pics for everyone. Happy kids is always good to see.

Christmas Play

Well, Caleb had his first ever Christmas play last night. He has been so excited for weeks. He would go around the house humming and start singing the songs, then he would ubruptly stop and say.... "oh, I don't want to spoil it for you." Well, he came through last night. The auditorium was completely packed. (In fact, I heard the fire marshal was there and not very happy) Not only at 20 to the start time was there standing room only, by the time it started, standing room was 3 and 4 deep. The kids had a good time and Caleb sang his heart out. He was so annimated and he sang every word. It was so fun to see him so happy and into music.

It is official, my camera sucks. I really have never liked this one as much as the one before, but sand in CA took the good one to its grave. Anyway. To the left of Caleb in the pictures are his two best friends Tyler and Breanna. They have their own book club and everything.

I didn't get pictures, but Joseph had his preschool party. They got to wear their pjs to school and then they went around the world to see how different places celebrated christmas. Every new place they would lay down and pretend to sleep and wake up to Christmas morning again. He had a ball.

Trever's party is coming up next week. It's hard to imagine him being more excited for anything. He loves Miss Amy and enjoys school.

Well, the time has come for me to get ready for the day. As always the house work is calling. Hope all the kids enjoy their programs and partys.

Tis the Season

We had a great Thanksgiving in Twin..... until the day after. I don't even know what happened that day except for pain and puking and bouts of unconsciousness. I have heard that Jenny's whole family had it and that is worse, but it has taken me a week to finally feel like I will live.

The kids are all excited to return to Twin for a reunion/celebration on the day after Christmas. We are all so excited to have Michaela finally be an official Thueson. They will be sealed on the 27th. I wanted to post about Thanksgiving, and all that I am thankful for. Temples is a big one. Over the years I have slowly talked less and less about my feelings about spiritual things. It tends to make me very very emotional. But since none of you can see the blubbering, I would like to take a minute and be greatful. Simple things My husbands life, his job, my THREE children. (its really 13, but not all of them live with me) A home, heat, food, school, books, and I guess alot of it comes down to the miracles of God. I don't know why some people get the miracles they pray for and others do not. I don't know why we were given the miracle of Jason's life and health. But I am greatful for it and all things that have come from it.

Our little Kamden and Cami went to live with their grandparents the week of Thanksgiving. It has been a difficult time to reconcile the loss with the graditude and love we feel this holiday season. I am greatful for all of my children. We miss them dearly and pray for their welfare continually.

This week I spent sewing....(Christmas jammies, and hooded towels). I want to start baking. I LOVE all the Christmas traditional treats. I am having a hard time getting started though. I don't have enough time to make them all, and it cramps my style to know that. I will do the olympia creams for sure, and some fudge. I really would like to do the Christmas bread, but I just don't know. I need some visitors to come cook with me. I think I love the kitchen most when their are friends and family to work and laugh with.

Well, I have to get the french bread started for dinner and the olympia creams started so they will be ready to dip on Monday. Pat, they may be late, but I will get some to you. (I love you and miss you that much!!!) Everyone stay safe and well (or get well). I love you all. Happy holidays.