New Friends at School

Caleb and Laura Grace have really enjoyed meeting new friends at school. Caleb is in a class with 3rd and 4th graders. He has 10 in his class. Laura Grace has sixteen 1st and 2nd graders in her class with 9 different countries represented! Every morning and afternoon they take a taxi to and from school.

"We got a package!"

You should hear the commotion in our home when a package from the States arrives....poptarts, Reese's, yeah, yeah!!! A special thank you to those who have replenished our stash of goodies and much more - nana, papa, Amy, Woodlawn, and Roomies.

Our Helper, Savda

Here we are with Savda. She has helped us in so many ways. She began working for us in December. Savda helps with the household duties as well as looks after Isabel and Benjamin when I am in language study. She knows no English and I know very little Az., so our conversations are very enjoyable to watch! She loves to cook so we have been able to try out some home-cooked national foods. Most have been very yummy! We have been so blessed to have her in our home.

Winter Wonderland!

How surprised we were to wake up to over a foot of snow! We all enjoyed playing in it, throwing snowballs, making a snowman, and even tried sledding in our plastic bathtub!

Merry Christmas...

From Our Home to Yours

What a time to celebrate the birth of our

Savior, Jesus Christ!

May you experience His great

love and peace throughout the coming year.

We love you and miss you,

Merril, Holly, Caleb, Laura Grace, Benjamin, and Isabel

Christmas Morning!

Benjamin sporting his new cap and enjoying his sucker

Caleb excited to find a new lego under the tree
Isabel and Laura Grace loving on their new baby dolls

Holiday Cheer Team

What a blessing it has been for these seven college students from Missouri to spend their Christmas with us! They have spent time spreading cheer to not only the University Students here but also to our family!