Thursday, December 20, 2007
A Found Family
There are some situations you take home with you after a long day at work. This was one of mine and there are no words to explain the joy and relief I feel for this family and for all of those that were close to this situation. What a tremendous story this family will have to tell!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
We love Heifers!
Did I get your attention with that title?!?! Garrett and I have been looking for a special way to give this Christmas. We are trying to simplify the holiday and keep things small. There is so much that we have in our lives that we don't need. Over the past few months we have talked to many other families that feel the same way and our motivation for changing things has set in.
Maybe it is the process of our adoption and all the education that has come along with it, but we
are continuously reminded of others in the world that have so much less. So, we started looking for good organizations that we felt comfortable giving to. I am sure that many have heard of various programs that give internationally through funding, education, nutritional supplies, etc. We uncovered a organization that combines all three.
Heifer.org, is a tremendous program that gives directly to families throughout the world that can use livestock as a resource for all of the above. We are encouraging all of our friends and family to check it out and give what you can. It is only when basic needs are met, that the message of God's love can be heard. From the cost of a cheap dinner out, to much larger gifts, this company has come up with a great way to contribute to the lives of those that are the most in need.
A new family tradition has begun in this little household of ours- the giving of livestock! Who woulda thunk it?
p.s. I added a link to the organization under "Read Up on the Programs" (right side bar -->)
Maybe it is the process of our adoption and all the education that has come along with it, but we
are continuously reminded of others in the world that have so much less. So, we started looking for good organizations that we felt comfortable giving to. I am sure that many have heard of various programs that give internationally through funding, education, nutritional supplies, etc. We uncovered a organization that combines all three.
Heifer.org, is a tremendous program that gives directly to families throughout the world that can use livestock as a resource for all of the above. We are encouraging all of our friends and family to check it out and give what you can. It is only when basic needs are met, that the message of God's love can be heard. From the cost of a cheap dinner out, to much larger gifts, this company has come up with a great way to contribute to the lives of those that are the most in need.
A new family tradition has begun in this little household of ours- the giving of livestock! Who woulda thunk it?
p.s. I added a link to the organization under "Read Up on the Programs" (right side bar -->)
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Military Life
It has been so fun to be able to talk to various people that have experienced military life. Men and women, retired and active duty- they all have been so encouraging.
While Garrett and I won't be getting much information until January, it has been fun to research what we can and start looking at what life will be like and how many hundreds of adjustments that we will be making. Between learning the new surroundings and finding a home big enough for a growing family, there is no lack of learning to be done!
At times it has been overwhelming, at other times the idea is a bit of a relief. Some have shared the harsh reality of the lifestyle, others have shared all of the perks. I imagine it is somewhere in between. That said, we have decided that enjoying our last Christmas living civilian life ( at least for the next couple of decades-wow!) is a priority! Regardless of work schedules, bills, and all the unknowns- we are enjoying where we are, and looking forward to what is to come!
While Garrett and I won't be getting much information until January, it has been fun to research what we can and start looking at what life will be like and how many hundreds of adjustments that we will be making. Between learning the new surroundings and finding a home big enough for a growing family, there is no lack of learning to be done!
At times it has been overwhelming, at other times the idea is a bit of a relief. Some have shared the harsh reality of the lifestyle, others have shared all of the perks. I imagine it is somewhere in between. That said, we have decided that enjoying our last Christmas living civilian life ( at least for the next couple of decades-wow!) is a priority! Regardless of work schedules, bills, and all the unknowns- we are enjoying where we are, and looking forward to what is to come!
Christmas Traditions
Well, every family has their traditions and every family has their quirky little things they do for the holidays. Some families over obsess about the beauty of a tree, others decorate as if Christmas was never coming back, some go caroling, others make hot chocolate and cookies. The Brighton family touched on all of things and more, but throughout my childhood, I never met a family that didn't have one special holiday movie picked out that they watched each year. The film never got old, never went out of style, and probably continues to played by families every holiday season.
Our pick was Irving Berlins, White Christmas. My generation seemed to go for A Christmas Story, but if you know my mother at all, that movie never had a chance over White Christmas.
In celebration of my own families tradition, and the season itself, I have dug up a few little clips that should bring some smiles, a few funny giggles, and (I'm guessing) at least a couple of rolled eyes (it' got dancing in it and it's old).The first of these clips is dedicated to my sister. I'm fairly convinced that we have spent hours of our lives fighting over which one of the female leads we were (although you won't see either of them in this clip). I wish I had video of the two of us "performing" this little number when we were kids, but I have no doubt if seen, we would never live it down. Ahhhh, the relief of having memories to ourselves.For those of you who haven't had the privilege, rent this film sometime during the season..... without a doubt, it's a Christmas classic!
Our pick was Irving Berlins, White Christmas. My generation seemed to go for A Christmas Story, but if you know my mother at all, that movie never had a chance over White Christmas.
In celebration of my own families tradition, and the season itself, I have dug up a few little clips that should bring some smiles, a few funny giggles, and (I'm guessing) at least a couple of rolled eyes (it' got dancing in it and it's old).The first of these clips is dedicated to my sister. I'm fairly convinced that we have spent hours of our lives fighting over which one of the female leads we were (although you won't see either of them in this clip). I wish I had video of the two of us "performing" this little number when we were kids, but I have no doubt if seen, we would never live it down. Ahhhh, the relief of having memories to ourselves.For those of you who haven't had the privilege, rent this film sometime during the season..... without a doubt, it's a Christmas classic!
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