The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Last night kicked off a series of Christmas parties for KJ and I.  We meet at his parents house with other couples in our church every other Thursday night for a Bible study, and last night was our Christmas party.  It was an especially fun time because old friends came home for the holidays.

It was so great to have Molly and Justin home and with us again.  They have been having many adventures for the past 6 months while Justin works as a travel nurse (that's probably not the technical term for what he's doing, but you get the idea.).  They are such precious, dear, and fun friends.  We have missed them so much.

Dear friend, and master story-teller, Justin

A year ago, Ella affectionately knew Molly as "Grandma."  We were never really sure why Molly got this name (maybe because she often brought presents?), but she wore the title with grace.  Ella was excited to see Molly again and friend Maggie.

There was much laughter amidst the opening of dirty Santa gifts, as we enjoyed the gift of each other and the fellowship we share in Christ.  

Many uses were suggested for this decorative bowl.

And we also welcomed a long-awaited addition to our gathering,

baby Bentley.

By this all people will know that you 

are my disciples,

if you have love for one another.

- John 13:35 -