I forgot to share that Josh turned 9 on the 15th of November. What a fun day we had and we went to see "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" at the movies. His buddy, Josh, came too. Yup, they have the same name. He was really blessed and we have been delighted to see him grow in wisdom and in stature this past year.

Josh and Gaby are in our church's Christmas production. This is quite some big deal...there are a total of 18 performances and we are half way through. There are 160 kids in the youth choir and about 60 in the kids' choir. It has been such a fun experience for them to practice, learn fun choreography, get into costumes and then perform. Gaby gets to go out and encourage audience participation for her group's dance number (a fantastic '60's medley). Josh is up front and center for the Littlest Star scene. They are so precious, but hey, you all knew that right?

Thanksgiving was fun and filling! :-) We ate much and rejoiced much in what we have been given and experienced over this past year. We helped Mom and Dad cut a whopper of a Christmas tree, the day after Thanksgiving. The tree was so huge that it wouldn't even fit in the bagger tube. What a bunch laughs we had over all that! Gilles/MacGyver to the rescue!! He used a match and a paper clip and got it all wrapped and loaded on the van. (OK, he used a bit more than that, but he was super industrious.)

I confess being a bit overwhelmed at all we have ahead of us. The packing, arranging and moving is on the near horizon. If I am not careful, I will just shut down and nothing will get done. Bad news! So, I am trying to exercise more, eat better and keep my focus on Christ in this stressful time. Thanks for your love and prayers for us.

Heading to get supper out of oven and feed my crew. Hugs and love