Merry Christmas!

I can't believe that it is Christmas already! What a roller coaster of a year, to say the least.

Bart has been physically gone from us for nearly 4 months now, but there isn't a day that goes by where I do not feel him. He is keeping his little family close and protected.  The boys and I talk about him all the time and are always adding new pictures to our walls to remind us he is near. He was such a Spiritual Powerhouse and I believe with all my heart he is busy doing so much good for us and for those whom he loved.

I (Marcie) am busy settling into our new home in Clinton and making it our own. We are so grateful to my grandpa for letting us come home and start our new journey here. I am working on going back to school and should start with some generals in January. Being a stay at home, single mom is a busy but very rewarding job. I love to watch my children learn and grow each day.

Caleb is 3 now, and is getting ready to go to Sunbeams. He is very excited! He goes to a neighborhood preschool twice a week. He was a little late at starting, but being the smarty that he is, he had no problem catching up. Caleb was born a learner. He soaks all of it up and is eager to learn more! I am so proud of this little boy. He has been my rock. I love him so much.

Isaac is almost 2. He will turn 2 the day after Bart's birthday - definitely a tender mercy for me since he was born a month early. He is starting to talk and can repeat most of what you ask him to....if he wants to. He loves one on one time with mommy when Caleb goes to school. The snow is his favorite thing these days. Oh, and Christmas lights, can't forget those. Isaac is such a sweet, sweet boy and keeps my heart happy. He can melt your heart with one look, and I treasure that baby.

We would like to thank all of you for your kindness, love, and support over this last year. Bart and I appreciated your prayers more than you could ever know. I know he is with all of us all the time, but especially now, during this Christmas Season. It was his favorite, and he loved the magical feeling this time of year brought. We miss him so much, but I am comforted in knowing we are a forever family and will be reunited again some day. I pray you all can find the JOY that this season brings, and carry it with you always.

Merry Christmas,

Marcie, Caleb and Isaac