The Week in a Flash

It seems like last week came and went by so quickly.  We did enjoy all the time we spent with our kids and grandkids.  Different ones were here for different days and we did all sorts of things together.  We of course enjoyed many great meals together and connecting with each other.  We played games, did crafts, went for walks, colored, watched the Star Wars movies in prep for watching the newest one and we enjoyed making a lot of fun memories together.

A Gift From God!

Seven years ago our family was blessed with the amazing gift of a precious baby girl, Aurora.  With Aurora's arrival we entered a new stage in life called: Grandparenthood.  We have just loved being grandparents!  Aurora is a sweet, sensitive little girl.  She loves life and people.  We have shared so many fun times together and she makes an ordinary day very special.  

Happy 7th Birthday Aurora.   Thanks for bringing so much joy and happiness into our lives.  I know God has an amazing plan for your life.  Don't ever lose your joyful and kindhearted spirit.  Have a great new year ahead.  We look forward to so many fun filled days ahead as we continue to make special memories together.  

Schroeder Family Christmas

One of the highlights of Christmas is making it to Chicago for The Schroeder Family Christmas gathering.  With there being 15 children in the family not everyone can make our Family Christmas event but most of the family does make it to this special event.    For many years now Bob and Laura have been hosting this at their house.  They are so hospitable.  We enjoy a great meal together with so many delicious desserts.  We spend a lot of time connecting with everyone, singing Christmas carols together, enjoying special musical selections from nieces or nephews, and the adult cousins do a grab bag together.  Someone got a selfie stick this year and that was a lot of fun especially to watch my father and mother taking a selfie with it.  We are so thankful for families that know the Lord.  As we connect with each other and share what is going on in our lives, we know that we will be praying for each other and cheering each other on.