I am SO SORRY about the lack of posts this past month. One of my new years resolutions (there are actually 2 - the other involves a gym and my butt) is to write more often. It is so important to me that you all know what is going on - both so that you recognize all the amazing blessings in my & the children's lives and so you can pray for us.
In general, things have been going great. We had our annual Christmas Party in Rockville. All of the kids, their families (except for one, this included a mom and siblings....no dads), our staff and volunteers gathered at Chinese Bible Church in Rockville for a night of singing, dancing, eating (thank you Popeye's for donating 900 pieces of chicken!) and opening presents. Each of our kids (there are around 85-90) got to choose a present out of the Toys R Us catalogue (under $50) and volunteers bought them. It is truly a special thing for them when they not only get a neat toy, but they get to choose it themselves. It seems less like charity, and more like a personal present - which is exactly what it should feel like.
SO....come January, you will hear from me a lot more. I'll keep you updated on the gym stuff, too (exciting!). Right now, I'm getting ready to spend time in Vermont with my wonderful family, including my DARLING Niece Eleanor.
HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS - And let's all try to focus on what it's all about. God is so good...and about 2,000 years ago he came to be with us, as we are, taking on all our limitations and weaknesses, for the sole purpose of ensuring that one day, we could be with him - without those limitations and weaknesses. It's not just a beautiful story, but an amazing truth.
Love,
Em
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2 comments:
it is good to have your voice back. i definitely feel more connected to your kids.
Can't wait to hear more. I've been hoping to read something here lately!
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