Elem sees his first theater movie!

Elem loves movies! He knows how to work the DVD player at home and could watch for hours. He got a special treat when in Cleveland this year. The day after Christmas some of us went to see ALVIN and the CHIPMUNKS movie. Elem even got to get the kids pack with popcorn, fruit snacks and a rootbeer. Lucky guy, huh?

Lauren Joy Hutt

Introducing our new little niece, born to Josh and Erin (Gretchen's sister) Hutt on December 9th! Lauren Joy. She was born in their new hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Happy New Year

The new year of 2010 has begun. Wow. Life flies by. Maris is already 17 months old. Elem will be 4 soon (in March!). Jeff and I are shocked by their growth and learning and often so very thankful for healthy kids. The Christmas season passed quickly too as we spent nearly 14 days with family in various occasions. A trip to Cleveland, a trip to Cincinnati, and a weekend in Fremont, as well as days with the DeBoe clan in Grand Rapids. It is so wonderful to be a part of such intact and loving families. We are so very blessed.

Some highlights of December included cutting down our Christmas tree again this year, Maris being Santa and saying 'ho ho ho', Elem getting his Christmas wish for a 'weasel' to paint on, seeing our new little niece Lauren in person, and having 3 snow days in a row!