Mike – continues to enjoy his work at NFCU.  While his work is enjoyable, his golden handcuffs are tied to the fitness center at work.  He has become a Crossfit fanatic evangelist enthusiast.  He works out regularly with a group of guys during lunch, has started teaching a class one morning a week, AND has started a Saturday morning workout with some neighborhood guys.   He is pursuing the possibility of doing some personal training in 2010 – if you want to learn what it means to “forge elite fitness” – he’s would love to show you! In addition to being a stud muffin, he is still rocking his role as SuperDad – his many talents include building paper airplanes, herding cats as an AWANA leader, and packing the dreaded school lunches.

Kendra – I am enjoying my life as a stay-at-home mom, even though I often feel like a drill sergeant  (getting everyone dressed and out the door on time is a daily challenge!) and a chauffeur as I schlep the kids around.   It took a while to get a handle on everyone’s busy schedules,  but now I am used to the daily routine.  I have scaled back from some of my past commitments but still enjoy my mom’s group at Cherrydale and coordinating socials for the ladies in my neighborhood.   When I’m not changing diapers or feeding the hungry masses, I can be found spending (too much) time on on Facebook or this blog.

Wesley – our beautiful six year old girl!  It’s hard to believe how fast it’s gone by.  She is enjoying kindergarten at our local public school and I have enjoyed volunteering in her class.   She loves to draw, color, and is eager to learn.  Of course if you ask her, her favorite subject is recess.  It’s been interesting to observe that her tightest friendships have been with some of the boys, moreso than the girls.  We’ll have to keep an eye on her in her teen years!  She continues to be a fun, silly little lady who is a joy to see grow and mature.  She is a great helper with a sweet heart and loves to “look after” her brothers.

Silas – Silas turned four this summer and is enjoying his second year of preschool.  He  can’t wait to follow Wesley’s footsteps onto the school bus next fall.  He continues to be a strong-willed and challenging child, but I know God is using these qualities to shape both his character and ours (Mike & I).  Despite our daily struggles, he is full of tender moments which melt my heart.  He is sharp and clever and I love seeing how his mind works.   I suspect he will grow up to be an engineer of some sort, if he and I can survive his early years :).

Asher – Asher is on the cusp of turning two in January. His name means “Happy” and he most certainly is … unless he’s having a terrible two moment. Then he does his best to throw the biggest fit he can pitch. It would be impressive if we hadn’t already gone through worse with the other brother. Fortunately, his tantrums are short-lived and his impish smile and giggle are much more commonly seen. He is such a cutie – it’s a good thing, because he is so busy and gets into everything before I can turn my back. He wears me out, but the joy he brings our family is immeasurable.

Logan – what can I say about our dear ole dawg?  He turned eight this spring.   We celebrated with cake, which he enjoyed more than I anticipated.  He’s showing a lot of gray.  He gets too little exercise and barely enough love, but is pretty content to hang out on the couch.