Here we come....

Color Time!

Today we spent some time coloring an making cards! Jalen really enjoyed it once he got into it. We colored a Star Wars picture together. It was a lay-low day.

Grandnana Visit

The other weekend we made the trip down to see Grandnana and visit for awhile. She's such a strong, young lady. She never sees wrong in anyone and can never say anything negative about anyone. A true inspiration.

Basketball

Jalen's First Basketball Practice :)

2012

It is now well into 2012 and we have so much to look forward to this year. 2011 was a year of ups and downs. There are moments in 2011 that hold a dear place in my heart from when Jalen started playing soccer (or professional grass picking) for the first time to when we learned how to say goodbye to someone who we never got to hold to our first annual Crohn's walk to when Jalen took off swimming without a vest. 2011 was a year that will never be forgotten, but 2011 also reminds us how God has impacted our lives. He has truly blessed us with so much. He constantly sends us reminders that He will never give us more than we can carry on our shoulders. If there is one thing that 2011 has taught me, it is that family is forever. Many people walk in and out of our lives, but there is one thing that remains the same, it's family. I don't know if I could've made it through 2011 without our family. They've been there to rejoice with us, wipe our tears, celebrate with us, and so much more. I am thankful and blessed to have two wonderful families that I couldn't thank you enough for all that you do. Here's to 2012 that is filled with so much from a Disney World trip, Neriah (our new neice), Jalen playing basketball, and a wedding. God continues to bless us and I thank Him every day for what He's given us.

Big(ger) Boy Room

Jalen's room has been updated. Ki, Ry, & Aj got him new Star Wars bedding, so Nick and I moved the beds around and got him a full size bed. He is in love and it seems to actually give him more room to play. He is excited someone can actually sleep with him because he has room for two pillows side by side.

Christmas

We are so blessed. Jalen was super excited for Santa and got everything he wanted. He is so into Star Wars and for two people (Nick and I) who know nothing about Star Wars this isn't a good thing. Thank God for family members who absolutely love it. He got Star Wars galore for Christmas and lots of toys he's been wanting including a basketball goal and a Kindle Fire. He is definitely a spoiled and loved little boy. It is so much fun for the holidays to see all of our family together hanging out. I have to say this Christmas really brought light to how blessed we are to have family to celebrate with. God is good! Hope all had a Merry Christmas and remember the reason for the season -- HIM! :)