Twelve for 2012

This was my grand idea for our Christmas card letters, which (of course) didn't happen.

At any rate, here are some of our 2012 highlights:

1-  Nathan started a new job in February.  He works for Qualtrics and is the the Creative director of the marketing department.   He makes videos like this:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcW3b_Li2XI

2-- Nathan also serves in our ward Bishopbric and spends lots of time at church or fulfilling church-related responsibilities each week.  He works hard and does a great job.

3--Zak is flourishing as a 7th grader.  His favorite subject is math which confuses his mathematically challenged parents.

4--Brock survived 3 separate head injuries in 2012.  Two required stitches, and one incurred 4 staples.   His mother hopes his modeling potential hasn't been compromised.

5--Brock loves 1st grade and his music class

6-- Lucy loves art and dance and is definitely our sensitive, artistic soul.  She has a kind and tender heart.

7--Zoe is anxiously awaiting her 12th birthday in March.  She is a great babysitter and loves pop music and her acting class.

8--Dylan rules the roost and gives us near constant commentary on the happenings in our home.

9-- Nathan coached Zak's football team this fall.  They won both the division and the tournament.

10--We attempted to teach our family to love hiking this summer.  We went on several hikes a month, and the good news is:  we improved. 

11--Nathan and I celebrated our 15 year anniversary with a trip to Hawaii in November.  We had an amazing time and hope we don't wait 15 more years to take another trip together.

12--  I teach Gospel Doctrine in our ward and spend a lot of time preparing, so I don't look foolish.  My efforts are usually in vain, but I am learning a lot.  I try to keep our house together and get everyone where they need to be, when they need to be there.