Now that 2006 is almost a memory I am determined to achieve one of my 2006 New Year's resolutions . . . to keep in better communication with everyone. Better late than never, right? I told my dear friend, Cheryl G. that I should do the blog thing and she chuckled with a "in your spare time, right?" So . . that might be all this becomes . . . a spare time update and a few pics, shout outs, prayer requests and an occasional soap box rant. (Who, me???) But it is worth a try.
Having said that, I will give you a quick update on the Jewett's. I struggle with this as I have been reading Christmas card letters sent from well meaning people who are simply trying to update people on their lives the previous year. Overall, it is a great thing and a convenient time to do so with Holiday well wishes. But have you noticed you seldom read the hard truth and struggles in people's lives. Granted, that is not really the forum for it, but it is very easy to come away from the letters believing everyone has got it all together . . . their children are superhuman, excelling at school/sports/career/hobbies, etc. They travel the world as a happy family and are able to throw in a half marathon along the way.
So, the Jewetts. Are my kids talented? Incredibly. And I will probably share tid bits about them along the way, but please know with the talented art work of Connor, the genius test scores of Maclain and the little gymnast that has caught the eyes and attention of the Russian coaches are three kids who are part of a family that struggles daily to die to ourselves and follow Jesus. Can we do this on our own? Nope. Do I still try everyday? Sinfully, yes.
Please feel free to post responses. I have enjoyed reading Becca K.'s blog as it has enabled us to sort of be a spectator and part of this new season of her life.
Before I post a picture or two, Maclain wants to particiapate in this blog.
He says, "Whoever reads this, please tell us if you enjoy it." "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" "God loves us all so be happy!!"
Please feel free to post responses. I have enjoyed reading Becca K.'s blog as it has enabled us to sort of be a spectator and part of this new season of her life.
Before I post a picture or two, Maclain wants to particiapate in this blog.
He says, "Whoever reads this, please tell us if you enjoy it." "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" "God loves us all so be happy!!"
Yeah, we do live in paradise.
A quick shot in our formal living room. . .Just kidding! Palm Beach Gardens Mall
A future Marine Biologist in his workshop
6 comments:
We most DEFINITELY enjoyed your blog and will be delighted to read it whenever you are able to add to it. :) I cannot believe how old everyone (except Kim) looks!! Ahhhhh! I can't wait to see you all in person either. It has been way too long!
Love you guys!!
Miss Becca
Whoever thought a "Blog" would be the subsitute for "Hugs & Kisses", but we will take you any way we can get you. Most assuredly our grandchildren have grown so much in the past year.....which has seemed like forever. We can't wait to see you all and collect on some of those hugs! Tell Isabelle I have tons of beads for us to make neat jewelry. Love to All, Nana
You are beautiful! I am so impressed with your high tech form of communication, too. Yes, Maclain, I liked the Blog. I'll have to show the girls when they are awake. We can't wait to see you when you are here!
Love y'all! Marisa
Okay - technical difficulties! Love the blog Kim. A big "hello" to your kids from mine. The pictures you posted were great! My middle schoolers use blogger to run a book review page (www.eskteenreads.blogspot.com). Talk to you soon :-)
Julie (and my 3 boys)
Your visit made our Christmas complete. The hugs were extra tight and kisses so sweet. The children had grown.....and Kim & Dale had shrunk. Now we will look forward to the next time we can visit. Yes, Isabelle and I created some beautiful jewelry and so did Mommy....some pretty good talent going on there. May God Bless us with a Peaceful 2007.
Love to All, Nana
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