I have read about....

the talk about adopting orphans from Haiti. A blogger that I follow, blessings from ethiopia, has a great point. If you are moved to adopt from Haiti, there are other places where there are many children in need. As you may have read, there is a call for a moratorium on adoptions from Haiti and rightfully so. Many things need to be done before children are able to be adopted. But you can help. If adoption isn't your thing, think about sponsoring a child through an organization like Compassion International. For just a small amount each month, you can change the life of a child. You can help them get an education which may make a monumental difference in the quality of their life. So, think about what you can do to help children everywhere....

And just a few updates on us...

Rich and his new reading glasses!

Declan enjoying the fruits of his newest hobby, Lego.

Declan had to have one last dress up in Daddy's mass casualty gear before he had to give it back. He is now a nurse!!!

The holidays...

A direct quote, "I cannot believe what my eyes are seeing..." or something like that!

And here is what he saw....
Yes, Santa is a little nutty. But for those of you who know Declan understand that Santa picked his present perfectly. He loves music and lately has a special like for the big 80s music so you can see how the drums fit right in. He never asks for the usual stuff (previous years have been bongos and an electric pencil sharpener)...

One of our favorite parts of the season...Suza and Brandon.

A family shot before part of the family moves to the other side of the planet!

Declan got many things to make for the holidays (thank you to everyone for that). He has quite an interest in space. Here he is painting a rocket that we cast ourselves.

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season!