Christmas 'Letter' 2018

Christmas letters didn't happen this year - thus, this post.

2018 is a big blur, but I think we are safe to say we've survived and are doing well. We are excited to be expecting baby #4, girl #3 in April. We might require prayers and miracles in order to reach an agreement on a name so we don't resort to drastic measures, but maybe we won't reach that point. Sabrina continues to work from home for Vacasa while Paul is an assistant captain of a fire engine for the USFS out of Burley. None of our kids will let us choose their outfits or do their hair, so they continuously look like homeless children, but we promise they are loved and cared for.

Caleb - Caleb is 6 years old and started kindergarten this fall. He absolutely loves it though Sabrina still isn't so sure. Regardless, we're all thrilled to see Caleb thriving now he's settled into a routine. He's becoming pretty slick at reading and is pretty good at math with his brain for memorization and patterns. He still makes friends easily and has a ready smile and greeting for anybody he meets whether they want to interact with him or not. He asks more questions in a day than we could possibly count and must be preparing for debate team in high school based on his current penchant for arguing.

Caleb Quote: I have a big decision to make when I grow up, Mom. Do I want to join the air force, become a pilot, or work in the temple?

Abigail - She is 3 years old and constantly asking when she gets to start school and dance. She loves to count things and is working on recognizing her letters. She has reached a definite "button-pushing" age, but will still be so sweet and cuddly when she's in the mood. She loves to play pretend, especially if it involves bossing around her little sister, and she is frequently found dancing and singing throughout the house. She has recently become fascinated with aging and reminds us frequently that she'll visit when we're old.

Abigail Quote: Ha! Funny me. I AM the funniest!

Eve - will be 2 in a few weeks, but she likes to act as though she's at least 6. She brings so much joy and absolute terror into our house - we never know what to expect, especially with her apparent love for mountain climbing. She has a very strong personality and does not tolerate much older sibling 'abuse.' She changes outfits multiple times a day for the sheer joy of it, and is constantly found marching around the house in anybody else's shoes but her own. She is the artist of the family as she has ruined the glider, several books, and marked every surface in the house. She is our best eater by far at this age, but she still makes sure to have leftovers to 'color' her tray with at the end of each meal.

Eve Quote: I go bug Mom now.

Sabrina - still thinks she's 22 and wonders what problems this will cause her in her old age. At this point her brain is so fried she can't even think of anything to say about herself.

Sabrina Quote - Is it bedtime yet?

Paul - can't remember how old he is...ever...yes, this is concerning. He is grateful to have some time at home this winter after a busy summer of fires. He's keeping busy training for the Spartan race in Boise next spring and helping hold down the fort while Sabrina works. He loves taking the kids to swim at the YMCA and getting us outdoors for family activities. He can often be found napping as well. 

Paul Quote: .....*snore*.......

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and appreciate all of you that have thought of us and sent us a Christmas card/letter. We hope to repay the favor next year!