2008 also provided some firsts for our family. Gustavo entered kindergarten. Marco began "all day" school in first grade and played baseball for the first time. Ana Lucia said goodbye to diapers and hello to underwear (and Mommy and Daddy celebrated like crazy). Zack got his DRIVER'S LICENSE - wow. Katie entered high school.
There were some challenges as well. A few medical issues brought about a lifestyle change, a serious scare, and some ongoing evaluation. There is always the challenge to raise 5 children, devote our lives to God's calling for our family, and do it well.
We enjoyed Katie's involvement in the Cincinnati Children's Choir, Zack's involvement in baseball, Journey church activities, relaxing around the pool, and time spent with family and friends.
2009 promises to be interesting. There are opportunities for several mission trips. Katie will be eligible to begin driver's training. Zack will be making some college decisions. A family trip to Guatemala in July will be the first return trip for the three youngest since coming home as infants in 2002, 2003 and 2005, and will include foster family and birth family reunions. We are working on several fundraising ideas to fund projects in Guatemala. 2009 will continue to proclaim our family's mantra...never a dull moment. ;)
Goodbye 2008 - you rocked!
Welcome 2009 - who knows what you will bring...
From our family to yours
1 comment:
Aimee,
So excited to see you have a blog. I enjoyed reading and catching up on your life since my adoption was completed. Your family is just beautiful!!
So excited to see you and the whole family will be going back to Guat in July.
Nik and Olivia
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