My heart overflows with gratitude to the Lord for family, friends, and a time to recognize the Incarnate God-man, The Christ, coming to earth to rescue and save me...and you. A perfect little baby, a holy miracle, born of God's Spirit and a young virgin, who was sent by God Himself to save any person born into this sinful world who needs and wants a Savior.
Early in Jesus' ministry, He spoke these words, "The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." (The New King James Version St. John Chapter 10 Verse 10)
Awesome! Jesus came to give us LIFE, and LIFE ABUNDANTLY.
Oh, yes, we've been blessed.
Queen Mother, cancer-free and recovering
Gorgeous nieces Caroline and Jamie
Peter (nephew), Nikki (niece), Kid #5 Mary, Megan (niece)
Peter with more nephews - Kyle and Aaron
Chris ('adopted' son) and Kid #4 Sam
Girlfriend Heather and Kid #2 Rich
and Kid #3 Goober
What a lovely little snow for a beautiful family dinner!
Some of you might wonder 'where's Brin?' For those of you who know her from her blog, it was her's and my agreement that we wouldn't post each other's pictures, but she was there.
Yes, thank the Lord for His grace, mercy, and abundance this Christmas season. Bless the Wonderful Name of Jesus.
Happy New Year 2010!
I love your blog....
ReplyDeleteWe had the best Christmas also. God is so good, even when we don't realize what is happening in the spiritual. Looks like lots of love and fun at your lovely home. I was wondering where Brin was at! Glad you had a great Christmas too! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteGlad to know everyone had a wonderful Christmas. Glad to know your mother is cancer free and looks good. May God Bless your family in 2010 and may all your prayers be answered. We didn't exchange gifts this year but were together.
ReplyDeleteWe had that same ham (man, that was random, wasn't it?)and some of the same trimmings I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteGood-looking group of kiddos and the Queen. A good time was had by all I can tell. I love seeing your family! Where are YOU? I made my kids take some pictures of me so they could see what I looked like when I'm gone. I never get my picture made (not that I want to...)
Good post - I never like to lose sight of the reason for our Saviour coming to earth either.
You DO need to have pics of Brin when there's a family gathering, tho. Doesn't look complete without her beautiful self in there. Tell her hello tho she probably doesn't remember me.
Work for me tomorrow. Ugh. Have a great week!
You fed quite a few people, Deb! Hope you had lots of fun. It was pretty laid back and quiet here. Still enjoying the peace.
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For clarification: Some of the pictures were taken at my sister's beautiful home. Remember, my house is under renovation? We're hoping this is the year to complete the renovation house. Hoping...Hoping...Hoping...
ReplyDeleteI read your blog and absolutely love looking at the family pics, etc. It would be nice to see Brin with the other family members but perhaps she's as camera-shy as am I!
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