So it begins...

I have always loved the spirit of giving this time of year!  That brings me so much more joy than anything at all that I ever get.  And honestly, giving to my kids is probably my favorite because I love them so much and they are so good!  I'm really excited that we have two new family members this year!  Maggie and Sam!  They are both so sweet and super-duper cute!  They are special kids with special parents and I feel very blessed to have them in my life:)  Anyway...some upcoming things I hope my readers will take the time to keep in their prayers:

• Families that are struggling to make ends meet.  This time of year has got to be hard on them
• Families dealing with the loss of a loved one in the last year.  Christmas time always seems to be a difficult time when you're missing someone
• Separated families-due to work or divorce-may they find a way to celebrate this Holy holiday together and remember the true meaning of Christmas (luckily Ryan will be with us for the Christmas holidays, but will be travelling extensively from today through the end of July)
• Anyone who is struggling with an illness