The Latest and Greatest.

It's been far too long, but I am going to try much harder to be better at this. Life is busy. In all the good ways.

We've jumped right into the New Year with enthusiasm...especially because we can say Tanner is coming home this year!

Sara is trying to acclimate to being home again. She is working at the Lion House doing birthday parties, and does a great job. She is also taking classes at SLCC. Her mom is

SO happy she's home. She is so helpful, and knows just how and when to jump in when I need it most! Katie is busy with the play at Evergreen...PeterPan. Yes, see her if you need tickets. She is accompanying - it's her first big production as the accompanist. I am proud of her. It's been a challenge and she's doing well.

Chloe is having foot surgery tomorrow at Primary Children's Hospital. She has a talo-calcaneal coalition. She has been in a lot of pain, and her mother hasn't been too sympathetic. (insert cries of anguish and guilt here) Chloe is a trooper and we are so excited for her to feel better.

Meg is dying to play soccer. Grandpa Marv came and kicked around with her yesterday and even this old mother played with her on Saturday. (photos to prove it coming soon) She is a natural athlete...time to get going.

Mati --our little artist. She colors and writes on everything. And we were at Robintinos for dinner the other night. She brought her friend, Zoe, and they brought Barbies along to play while we waited for food. They were sitting there chattering back and forth in Spanish (Zoe and Mati are both in the Spanish immersion program at school) I asked what they were playing, and they said "Our Barbies are on a trip to Mexico!" Of course. I can't believe I had to ask.

And finally, sweet little Halle Jae. She is so fun. We can't get enough of her. She is crawling all over, sitting up, pulling up to standing, and she has her first tooth!!