There is a quote: "LIFE IS NOT ABOUT WAITING FOR THE STORMS TO PASS.... IT'S ABOUT LEARNING TO DANCE IN THE RAIN."
With 12 children and 5 adopted from Russia, we have had challenges and trials along with our joys. We have decided that we must
learn how to "dance in the rain." We must notice and acknowledge the joys and miracles in our lives.
They exist daily -- we just need to make sure we do not miss them!! This blog is to remind us of these miracles and joys!

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

DECEMBER 25, 2013: CHRISTMAS MORNING: PART 2

CHRISTMAS MORNING: PART 2
SECRET SANTA GIFTS
DECEMBER 25, 2013

Each year we draw names and buy a gift for the person whose name we drew.  This year, we encouraged everyone to spend time getting to know their person better and focus on spending some time with that person rather than just buy a gift.

Dad had Bethany -- Tardis journal and pen

Benjamin had Mason -- Pikachu Clock

The Elders -- from Mom -- scarves

Mom had Benjamin -- A fez
Joseph had Matthew -- 2 video games

Rebecca had Rachel -- new earrings

Rachel had David -- a wooden musket

Bethany had Daniel -- a football fleece blanket

Matthew had the Clawsons -- a cute outfit for Abigail that says "My First Christmas"


Mason had Brian -- a new white shirt
David had Dad -- a shell from Panama

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