We have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the personality of our third kiddo emerge this year! He is such a good baby…toddler now! He is walking & running everywhere, has six teeth & enjoys wandering around, playing, reading books, and getting into the pots & tupperware whenever possible. He loves feeding Maxine the Wonderdog treats & has learned how to get into the room with all the Legos, much to his brother's chagrin.
Big brother, L, is in first grade & doing well. We are in our second year of homeschooling & are really enjoying it. Sweet girl, H, is looking forward to starting kindergarten at home with us next year. It will all get tricky once baby R loses that morning nap! Alas, we will adapt.
L played soccer for the first time this fall as well as started piano lessons. H started dance (tap & ballet). & R is learning to climb onto all the furniture.
This summer found us road tripping out to Colorado for time with friends at Young Life's Trail West Family Camp for a week. It was a blast, though the loud cheers & chants were a little much for the littlest ones (and, frankly, my husband…ha!). We are so grateful we got to have that experience together.
K traveled to Nepal (only days before the tragic earthquake), India, Malaysia, Singapore, Namibia & South Africa this year. & I am enjoying my new role as Chairman of the Board at The Viewfinder Project, having officially handed over the directorship to my friend & fellow board member.
We have enjoyed the many shows & culture that Indianapolis has offered this year!
We continue to learn how to live life more simply & intentionally, incorporating work & nature into our daily lives. Hopefully next year will report a successful integration of chickens & bees into our dailyness! I am reading The Chronicles of Narnia with L, which has been a balm to my heart in many ways. I have needed the gentle, constant reminder that while God is good, He is not safe.
We trust you are all well, learning how to live life more fully & richly every day. Our door is open to you anytime here in Indianapolis!
Blessings to you all this Christmas season & in the new year,
The Jacksons
