We had so much fun with all of the kids and grandbabies here for Christmas!

I started a new tradition last year of giving our adult kids a "gift" that was to be opened after every other gift had been opened. Last year, it was Nerf guns. However, I think I outdid myself this year with Marshmallow Blasters! Hilarious! I am still finding marshmallows!

Lelia and Jaydan have graduated to toddler beds. I can't stand it! Where did the time go? But then, they are so much fun right now. Mimi kept Lelia, Jaydan and Justus while the girls went shopping. I know who had the most fun and it was not had at the mall. And as Jodi says, "What happens with Mimi stays with Mimi." Love it!

We got an extra day with Jered and then with Jodi and the twins due to delayed flights after our mammoth snow storm. You know how much I hated that! Jodi even asked if I prayed for that to happen. No, I did not ... but thought God came up with a great new plan :)

Jered surprised Jodi - big time! He went back to Charlotte to work while Jodi and the twins visited her family in Ohio for a few days after Christmas. Jodi returned home to find that Jered had basically remodeled the house. Painted...added new countertops in the kitchen ... it was awesome! Jodi is still excited! That boy's mama raised him right, didn't she?

Dan is doing well ... down 28 pounds ... and the man did not gain weight during the holidays. Impressive! He is loving his new role as Papi and the grandkids adore him. When we picked up Jered, Jodi and the twins at the airport, Jaydan spotted Dan and took off running as fast as he could, jumping into Dan's arms. Lelia just has to flash those blue eyes at him and he is done! And Justus ... Dan is wasted over that little boy!

Mary is busy, too. Girlfriends in God is hoping to publish a series of books containing our devotions.  Please pray for God's leadership and direction. Our women's ministry here at Westside is hosting its first ever "Sisterhood Celebration" on January 23. Check it out on our web site. I am very excited about teaching "Sandpaper People" on Wednesday nights at Westside beginning February 3! Can't wait! And then we have our women's retreat coming up February 26-27. Lots of incredible things are going on at Westside. Thank you for your prayers and emails. You bless us!

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