Merry Christmas 2009

Once again I saved my Christmas cards til the last minute so Saturday (the 19th) we headed to the park to take some family photo's. It was real cold and we had to fight off a few tears from Kaitlyn, but we got a some good pictures. I especially like the one of the girls together. I told Greg he could be in charge of the neighbor treats, or, write the Christmas update letter. He happily chose the update letter. I think he did a pretty good job. For those of you we missed (I don't think missed many) count this as a card from us this year, send me your address, and you will get a card next year!!



Happy Holidays
2009

We are grateful to be celebrating the wonderful Christmas season once again, and grateful to be sharing it with wonderful family and friends that we love and care about. This year has been a fun and exciting one for our family.

Kaitlyn will be turning four in just a few weeks. She is the baby of our family and Megan and I have been wondering what has happened to the last four years. Kaitlyn is growing up right before our eyes. She has been doing very well in gymnastics this year and seems to have quite the knack for it. She is constantly jumping and doing cart wheels around the house.

Matayia turned seven in August. She has been enjoying the second grade and has really enjoyed making new friends at school. Matayia is an excellent reader and does very well in her school work. She must get that from her mom. Swimming, gymnastics, dance, and soccer; Matayia has been doing it all this year and seems to do well and enjoy everything she does.

Megan is the CEO of our family and she has been running a tight ship this year. I often wonder how she manages to get it all done. She has kept our girls busy in many different activities and is constantly running to either pick up one or drop off the other. She has been an advisor in the Young Venoms (did I say young venoms, I meant young womens) for the last several years and does an excellent job of relating to the girls. I often have to remind her that she is not one of them, just a leader. She is always thinking of others and putting her family’s needs in front of her own. I am often reminded of how lucky I am to have her as my wife.

Megan and I had our 10 year anniversary this year and celebrated with a trip to Europe. This was really the highlight of the year for us. It was an amazing trip and we both hope to be able to return in the near future.

During these tough economic times I am regularly reminded how thankful I am for employment and income, but the thing that I am most thankful for is to be a Dad and a Husband. My wife and kids bring so much joy to this grumpy bankers life. I look forward to the upcoming year spending time with them and creating another 365 days worth of memories.

Hopefully this Christmas Season each of us can be more mindful of those in need in a true reflection of Him in whom we celebrate. We love you and look forward to spending more time with you in 2010.