Another year has gone by and I can hardly believe it. Mostly because I'm seeing my babies grow up before my very eyes. I can't make it stop! It has been a good year for us. We are enjoying living in Parnell, where you can hear a donkey braying right on our front porch.
Here's what's been going on with us:
Matt and I: This past Spring, we put in the largest garden we've ever had. It was pretty fruitful too. We had onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, jalapenos, and cabbages. Matt also put in a strawberry patch, but since it was the first year, we didn't get very many berries. We also purchased 6 chickens in March. They've stopped laying due to the cold, but when they do lay we get 5 eggs a day. (We have one rooster.)
Matt took the year off of school but will be returning this next semester. He is looking forward to getting closer to completing his Certification.
I'm still a stay-at-home-mom, and have enjoyed being able to see my kids grow. I didn't do that when Matthew was little.
I have started blogging this year. I'm actually quite enjoying it. It's therapeutic and a creative release, plus it's the perfect place to brag and tell funny stories about the many happenings in Shoemakerville. I try to update it regularly, here's the website if you want to check it out: www.thegooberfamily.blogspot.com
Matthew: He's in the 2nd grade and is doing very well in school. It's so hard for me to believe he is 9! He has grown so much this past year. I find myself just looking at him and seeing a young man looking back at me.
He joined baseball this summer and played the whole season. His team placed 3rd in the tournament. He has expressed that he doesn't think baseball is his "thing" though. But we are proud that he finished. He's going to try golf next year. He really seems to enjoy that and loves it when his Dad and him go to the driving range.
David: He is 18 months (1 1/2 years) old and every bit the toddler.. He has become a regular source of entertainment at home. He is always ready with a smile and a laugh. He loves to play with his big brother, and Matthew is always willing. He doesn't talk yet, but he will blabber at you like he's saying something very serious and you better pay attention! The one word that he does say and use with purpose is "hot" but usually sounds like "ot"; but we know what he means. He is getting so big and it seems like yesterday he was a squishy little baby.
We hope everyone has a wonderful year.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
The Shoemakers
Matt
Amber
Matthew
David
