The Dickinson Crew in View

We are enjoying this Christmas season now that the children are home! We wrapped up all the school plays (which by the way ended up being an all time favorite...it was so heart felt and Jacob was a wonderful Superhero that actually had a small solo!), school parties and piano recitals (where I lost my camera). I am still hopeful that someone will return it! As Mike always ask..."Why does He always bail you out?" referring to God returning things I have misplaced. My only explanation is this..."He loves me." That is what Christmas truly is all about...His love for us! Merry Christmas...may it be memorable, meaningful and peaceful!

"The man" at work!

What I came home to...Mike's watching the children...but where's Mike and why is Michael chewing on tools...and where's Johnny's pants?

Avery getting a lesson on the miter saw.

Anderson put to work on the floor.

Dancing on the new floor.




The office has been up and running for some time now. I am just now posting the final pics! As you can see from the pics., if you hung around enough, he would put you to work. Honestly...I never ended up doing a single thing other than straightening the tools and sweeping! He did it all...every detail! He is now working on replacing all the main floor's trim! He's the Best Handyman!!...he gets the job done and gets it right!! You should see our Christmas lights!
The office is in full swing, but not yet "decorated"...except with toys!
Mike loves having a "quiet" space for conference calls...and so do we! There are now slot car tracks, tractors and a dozen other toys scattered about the floor...the children still love just being around him!

What a wonderful time of Thanksgiving! We traveled to visit family in Alabama (with a banjo on our knee)! We had a great time at Uncle Gary's and Aunt Deborah's home! The children got to visit with GrandDad and Pop as well! What a beautiful day!! The children wanted to stay at Aunt Deborah's because it was more like a retreat for them! We made it back in time to spend all day Saturday with Mike's family for Thanksgiving! I never knew Pictionary could be so loud! We had lots of fun!! We missed sweet Amy and will continue to pray for complete healing!

We have soo much to be grateful for!

BaaaBeautiful!

Our "Little Lamb" got to perform in her first dance routinue this year in the church musical "Bethlehem Gulch" with her brother. She was adorable! The musical was glorify to Christ! Thank you Lord for the gift of worship through dancing and singing praises!

God reminds us often of answered prayers. Jacob performed in a church musical last weekend titled "Bethlehem Gulch". To many it seemed not that extraordinary but to us it is a promise fulfilled! When Jacob was only four and was considered the "silent boy", the Lord gave us a vision of Jake singing on stage someday! Our eyes well~up and our hearts are filled with His grace, mercy and love as we look at this picture...humbling! Thank you Lord, for Your unfailing love for us...for Your powerful Word ...for Your promises fulfilled!! God is faithful!

Lilly and her sweet best friend Hannah. They have been dancing together since they were three years old ~ look at them now!


Lilly was simply beautiful in her annual Christmas ballet recital, "Star of Wonder" (a portion of the Nutcracker, Advent Wreath and Nativity). The performance was glorifying! This year as an angel, she got to stay on stage while the "Sugarplum Fairy" danced! This was a special treat for the girls, since they must stay backstage the entire show. We so enjoy being part of a dance group that chooses to give God the glory! May we all choose to glorify Him in all we do this Christmas season!

Lilly was simply breathtaking to watch worship today at school. She is a member of the Praise Team. They signed to "Amazing Love".

There is no greater joy than to know your children are walking in the truth.

Jack's Barbecue and Gigi's cupcakes...a yummy treat!











We drove out to take a look at the lights at the Gaylord Opryland...WOW, what an awesome display! Glorifying!




Playing in Centennial park! Energy to spare!

The children LOVED visiting President Andrew Jackson's home. They know more about Andrew Jackson than we ever did...just ask them!

A surprise visit to Rock City on our way up to Nashville was simply beautiful!