Catching up the end of 2013

Nope, we didn't fall off the face of the earth, nor did we run away (though at times it was tempting!!).  The last few months have been a roller coaster of emotions. 

Brian's father Don passed away in December after a courageous battle with cancer and heart issues.  The in and out of the hospitals, the hope, the discouragement, the fears and the tears.  So many emotions.  We rejoice he is out of pain.  Yet he is greatly missed. 

As only God can do there have been reconciled relationships.  God is the only one who can bring beauty from ashes.  He is the One who deserves all of our praise and honor.

Christmas was low-key.  We are planning on scaling back even more next year - focusing on what is important, relationships.

Brian, myself, Kara and Forrest had the opportunity to visit San Diego from the 26 - 29 of December (had to use those hotel points and free admission to Sea World before they expired!)

We spent most of Friday and Saturday morning at Sea World.  Saw lots of the exhibits, the Shamu and Clyde and Semour shows but the highlight for Forrest was meeting Elmo.  I have never seen such a big smile on his face!!

We visited the beach though the water was very cold.  We also took the ferry over to Coronado Island.  We had a very nice dinner over there.

Forrest was a trooper.  I don't remember being quite so tired with our children though!!

We are so excited to see what God is going to do in and through us in 2014.  We have the blessing of watching our children and grandchildren grow and learn.  We are blessed to have wonderful family surrounding us.  I have no doubt God is going to do great and mighty things.

God is amazing!!