Christmas Idea

I was reading the news today and it was reported, by the UN, that 17,000 people die every day due to hunger.  It sickens and saddens me that the imbalance of wealth in the world is at such a gross disproportion. So, as we head into the Christmas season, I found this website (advent conspiracy) through a friend's facebook page.  I really like the idea and want to share it.  We were so very fortunate that we were able to pack some shoe boxes for Samaritan's Purse through Jameson's AWANA club. What a great way for children to learn about sharing with other children around the world.  There many organizations out there, that are doing so much good.  I hope everyone has a blessed and peaceful Christmas Season! 

So glad things are looking up!

Poor Ian has had a hard time for the last month! He has been sick since before his brother's birthday. Things finally escaladed with a a fever of 104.6 and a trip to the ER. That was after an ear infection diagnosis the week before, a chest xray the day before revealing double pneumonia, and a confirmation of an ear infection in the second ear, withe first getting worse. He has obviously been very lethargic and fell asleep in various places, including this plastic box. After multiple rounds of different antibiotics, I am happy to report only the cough remains!

Fall has come to Germany and it is quite beautiful. We had a lovely October, celebrating Jameson's birthday and Halloween. Both Jameson and Ian seem to enjoy school. Ian is getting ABA therapy twice a month at home and the analyst also goes into his classroom once a month. He tries to add new words to his speech almost daily and is really working hard. We are so proud of him. Time is flying and we will be welcoming our baby girl in about 9 weeks. Jameson is really excited. We aren't sure how much Ian understands. Hopefully it won't be too much of a shock for him! I am volunteering once a week in Jameson's classroom. It is really nice to be able to see how he interacts with his peers and be able to help out.