First a Pearl, then Three Rubies!!

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Gwynne!!!

10:02 PM |

I had to take a break from life at our busy house, to introduce you to one of our newest Pearl River babies!! This is Gwynne! She is 1.5 years old, and she lives in Changsha, Hunan!

It is obvious that she is one happy little girl!!! Look at those adorable curls!!

And, guess what she needs for Christmas? THREE new sponsors!

Go here, to get the details! Or email me at diana@pearlriveroutreach.org

Merry Merry!

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Monday, December 14, 2009

Ruby had her Christmas Concert at Pre-School tonight. Her very first live performance in front of an audience bigger than her family! Ainsley performed on this same stage for the first time six years ago... One word to describe it, ADORABLE!!

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Sunday, December 13, 2009

The Pearl's First Solo!!!

2:53 PM |

When I was pregnant with Ainsley I use to pray that she would have a beautiful singing voice. My Dad was a professional singer, and I have always loved listening to gifted vocalists... Unfortunately, I did not get that gift passed on to me like my siblings. So, we were very excited when Ainsley decided to try out for a solo part in her school's Christmas play. She did a wonderful job! A true pro at the microphone, just like her Grandpa!!

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Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Gingerbread Houses at Camp H!

5:13 PM |

We have been blessed to be part of a group with five other families for many years now. We have been through a lot together. We have prayed, shared, laughed, learned, cried, and celebrated together! These amazing people have taught us so much about parenting, marriage, relationships, giving of self, Christ, and love. We are blessed to call them friends.

Every year (with the exception of 2008) we have gathered at "Camp H" to do Gingerbread Houses. This was Ruby's first year joining in on the festivities. We had a wonderful time!

Thanks Jon & Liz for hosting such a fun afternoon!

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2006

2007

2009

Thirteen special kids, ages 3-17...

Her Rubiness working hard on her first Gingerbread Man!

Part of the fun.. Seeing who's house will cave in first.. This year The Lowe's win... We were not too far behind them! Nothing that a little more frosting and some cardboard couldn't fix!

Five very special Dads!

Finally.... Mom's in a photo!

Ainsley's other favorite Mom, Miss Liz of Camp H!

Ruby's favorite pal, Natalie!

How did these girls get so grown up, and beautiful?

Abby, Emily, and Annie

One of Ainsley's favorite people, Katie!

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Monday, December 7, 2009

A Pig in a Tutu!!

6:26 AM |

Do you love the outfit that Ruby and Ainsley put together on Saturday?!! I think I heard Jeff say, "I have never seen anything cuter" as he pulled out of the driveway!

We had a busy and fun weekend decking the halls, and attending our annual Gingerbread House Party. I am busy with TRAVEL homework!! Our agency told us to plan on February! So, all we need is that TA!! Oh, and I have one more little box full of red things going to Sienna. Hoping for more photos by Christmas of our precious girl!

I hope you all have a great week!

Blessings,

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