Brad actually had a better day today. He was able to get into his regular chair, and went without the heavy medications most of the day. We can only attribute this to God, as yesterday was a very scary and uncertain day, and physically, he looked much better today. Emotionally he is struggling, and we continue to pray for God's healing power and for Brad to stay strong and willing to fight. Thank you all for continued prayer!

We are asking for everyone to intensify the prayers for the Wims'. Brad started this am with a very difficult time breathing that rapidly got worse. They called the Hospice nurse out, who was able to order some medications to ease his breathing, as well as the panic-feelings that he gets from being so short of breath. They help for a while. We still fully believe and know that God can heal him, and are still begging him to do so. We pray for an easing of his breathing, and God's peace. Brad is very courageous, continuing with the sense of humor we all know him for, as he struggles through this difficult time. Please continue to pray for Brad, Jenny, his parents, and the rest of his extended family. Thank you!

Jenny took these great pics of the kiddos beside their tree--I can't believe we actually got so many good ones out of totally silly kids!

The Chick-Fil-A nearby has some special events weekly for kiddos, and tonight was "Princess Night' with Cinderella. The Chick-Fil-A cow was there, too, as you can see. Cinderella left, er, much to be desired. She walked in to the restaurant, and, first of all, didn't really look like Cinderella, then, was busy texting on her cell phone! Callie quickly came to the conclusion that she "wasn't the real Cinderella since Cinderella does not use a cell phone or wear her hair down"! Zeke and Jack were more interested in the cow. Zeke ended up spending the night with us, and we all piled in my bed for bedtime stories before nighty-night!

Callie and I had a very special evening a few nights ago. I took her to see the Nutcracker, put on by a local ballet organization--very well done; I was really impressed with their talent and the costumes. We got a close-up seat, and Callie loved it! Afterwards, the cast came out for pictures and autographs. We had a really great time--thanks to Grammy and Papa for entertaining Jack while we were out!

Jack was in severe need of a haircut, and this time the girl cut it super short where it will sort of "spike up" in the front--it's pretty cute, although it took some getting used to--I think it makes him look quite a bit older!

Callie: "Daddy, if lightening hit Jesus, would he burn up?"
Daddy: "Um, I don't think so"
Callie: "ok"!

Callie is precious in this video--turn it up so you know our exciting news!! Watch Jack's pitiful reaction!

The picture of my sweet kids is before we told them what the new baby will be; the photo of Jack is after he hears the news, just like on the video!!! Poor sweet boy, he was so heartbroken!

While we were in Sulphur Springs, we went to a little "Christmas in the Park" festival, and Santa was there. Callie was completely comfortable, as you can tell; Jack was, well, not so thrilled! I was hoping this year would be the year of no crying with Santa, since he has seemed excited about him, but, it's not to be! The only way he'd get close to that scary man in the white beard is if Mommy stays really close!

I'm so behind on blogging! This is out of order, but my digital camera is on the fritz, so I am sometimes using a 35 mm camera, having to get the pics on disc, then onto the computer! The kids got to visit with Reveille thanks to our awesome friend Bari Moore, who is a freshman this year at A&M. It was really neat to be able to play with Rev and get photos! For you non-aggies, it just doesn't happen a lot that we actually get close to our guarded mascot, so stop snickering at my excitement!

Well, Jack's actual birthday is today. My little boy is already 3!! So hard to believe. Poor thing, he is sick, (along with sister), and ran fever most of the afternoon. He had 102 degrees when he woke from his nap, but some motrin soon took care of that, as you can tell in the pictures! He got the long-asked for bike, Cars bike that is, and spent lots of time riding around in and out of the house. Now he doesn't have to ride Callie's pink girly bike anymore!!

Zeke and Kaelyn came over the other night to play (and brought their Nonnie and Grandad). Although I love to see them together, it is making me sad to see how big they are growing, so quickly. Kaelyn and Callie were doing walkie-talkies, but Kaelyn thinks it's an actual phone, and didn't want Callie treating it anything but that. After the bath (which is almost an insane venture with all 4 in the tub!), they settled down for some movie time. Cute kids!