As seems to be the case recently, we are once again falling behind on our posts so, per Jen's request, below are some fun pictures from our Christmas break... Enjoy! (Above: Mike and Annika goofing off. Below: Abby and Lisa goofing off)
Mom and Dad Dekker with ALL the grandchildren finally in once place! Abby, Clara, Will, Jake, and Annika. Note to Mom and Dad Eriks - we need to take these pictures too, even if the kids are all from the same family!
Those goofy Dekker boys (in one of their non-goofy poses). Greg, Mike, Dan, and Nick. Note to Eriks sisters -- we need to make a point of taking more of these types of pictures too!
Annika is very pleased with her gift from Abby and lets her know by nearly suffocating her with a hug!
Our attempt at a picture of all three kids in front of the tree before we opened presents. At least in this one Jake isn't crying! He didn't think this was such a great idea.
Jake tries out my large drink bucket -- looks like it will work just fine for swimming or for cooling drinks!
Mike celebrates getting beer for Christmas. By the end of all the parties he had received 39 bottles of beer in all. That should hold him for a least a little bit!
Abby tries out her new gloves from Grandma and Grandpa Eriks. They look like keepers to me!
We were so blessed this holiday season to be surrounded by those we love. Although it was busy and wore us all out we are thankful to be in a situation where we get worn out -- it is evidence of the many blessings in our lives! We are preparing now to start school and routines again tomorrow. We are looking forward to what 2009 will bring and hope that it is filled with family, friends, love, smiles, and laughter!
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Looks like you had a wonderful time together with family. Wish you all the best in 2009. Have fun returning to school.
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