Funny Kids. Sam and Daniel are so excited lately. They know what is coming. They know Christmas is around the corner and that we are going to visit our family in Utah. They are having a hard time falling asleep at night. Sammi packs a little everyday - weird things. I am going to have to help her pack for sure! They are just so full of energy and kid joy for the holidays! So am I!

I have been sick for 2 weeks! I finally went in to the doctor and got some antibiotics to help me heal. I hate taking medication, but I had to do it. It had been too long and my cough has been keeping me awake all through the night. I am sure the baby loves being shaken around with every cough! Anyhow, I am all drugged up and should be better in just a few days - just in time! It is so hard being sick when you are pregnant. It makes it that much harder to heal since your body is engaged in other things. I just could not kick it this time by myself. I sure hope to feel better quickly! I am weary of being weary!

Charles is so excited for our trip. He loves to go on long trips and see news things -so do I. I sure pray that our weather is pleasant for the drive. We are renting an SUV for added safety (hopefully) thanks to Dad and Mom. Our car is certainly not up for the challenge! Poor thing has been through a lot! We sure are excited to get on the road!

I am home sick from Church today. I do not like missing church and rarely do. I just have been coughing so much and so hard I could not see it being a healthy experience for me. I have Charles teaching my class for me, the kids love it when he teaches.

Hope you all have a great Sunday full of joy. I hope you can all feel the spirit of the season. I sure love this time of year. I love the lights. I love how people come together and do great things for others. I love the kids getting excited about simple joys. I just love it! Happy Holidays!

Mari