I worked on our Christmas card in December but dropped the ball and am now finally get it out there. This post is for anyone who didn't get it who may be interested to read it!
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Another eventful year for the books! We had some fun experiences this year like going to Gen Con for the first time and seeing the total solar eclipse, as well as some un-fun experiences this year like dealing with seizure-related health problems. We still miss Utah but are getting used to living in Indiana. We also had visits from some of Ashley's family and of course we see Josh's family throughout the year. Life is a lot, but we do the best we can!
Josh was promoted to a lead position at Omnicare this summer and now works second shift instead of night shift. We are so proud of him and his hard work! The change has been tough on him as he sees the twins even less now with his lead schedule, but we try to make the most of the times that we get. Wehn he has time to himself Josh likes to play word games, video games, online Dungeons & Dragons with some of his friends, and watching his and Ashley's favorite comfort shows over again together.
Ashley is still working full-time over various online jobs while holding down the fort at home with the kids. She misses her family in Utah but loves that she lives closer to her sister in Tennessee. Still a drive, but they have been able to see each other a few times this year! She also stays connected to her family through online video games. Ashley loves hanging out with Josh any chance they get, and sharing some of her hobbies with the twins by playing video games or board games together.
The twins got baptized in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in January and it was a beautiful occasion, surrounded by family and by the Sprit. This summer they took swim lessons again and can now swim on their own, which is a win for everyone! They are also learning to roller skate recently. They both qualified for some advanced classes in school and also joined the Yearbook Club and are enjoying that new experience.
Jacob tried soccer and baseball this year, and fell in love with baseball! His team won the championship (out of 3 teams but still!), and he is likely to do more of it in the future. He also got really into Fortnite this year and is actually quite good for a 9-year-old. Jacob still loves space, fidget toys, Rubik's cubes, crafts, and cute things. His favorite subject in school is gym, he loves reading graphic novels, his favorite colors are light blue and rainbow, and he loves spicy food.
Lauren tried soccer and cheerleading this year and especially enjoyed cheerleading. She wants to go back to doing gymnastics next, but may try cheerleading again sometime in the future. She loves taking care of her baby dolls, playing wth Barbies, and occasionally playing video games with family. Lauren loves cats, drawing, and crafts. Her favorite subjects in school are gym and reading, she also loves graphic novels, her favorite colors are pink and turquoise, and she loves doing handstands and cartwheels around the house.
As always we're grateful for the love we feel from friends and family. We're especially grateful for the love and comfort we find in Christ. We don't know what the future holds for us, but we have faith in each step we take. We love you all dearly, and wish you the best year available to you. ♥
