Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Christmas Card Carousel

I'm a little tardy for the party, I know.  I couldn't miss out on all the fun so better late than never!
Thanks Faith!



Merry Christmas 2010


It is with thankful hearts we are able to share that this year our trust and faithfulness were rewarded. One year to the day Rex found out about his layoff, he began a new job. After being ordained as a deacon, and having an emergency appendectomy the following day, he started working for TIAA-CREF as a Business Metrics Manager in February. He spent some of his vacation time in June on a mission trip speaking with business leaders in Santiago, Chile. We know that everything he went through was for a greater purpose and he’s using his experience to encourage others.
Madeline, our 9 year old fourth grader, went to sleep away camp for the first time this summer.
 She is very busy with school, has become a huge Lego fan, and is developing her
softball talent by playing as often as she can.
Kenan, our charming 3 year old, is all boy and started the year with three stitches on the top of his head.
He loves to be outside, is exceptionally good at video games, and is very attached to his sock monkey.
Traci still spends most of her time singing with her women’s ensemble and volunteering as Room Mom at school. She had the privilege of going on a mission trip to Quito, Ecuador in
August to conduct VBS for soup kitchens in the area.
What a busy and blessed year this has been!

Love – Rex, Traci, Madeline, and Kenan

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Christmas Home Tour

'Tis the Season for busy-ness.  I haven't been on here recently due to lack of time and energy but I thought I'd at least repost our candlelight home tour from last year since things look pretty much the same.  So, if you've got a minute go check it out.  I'll be updating after the holidays.  Have a very Merry CHRISTmas ya'll!

http://thepresent-backesfamily.blogspot.com/2009/12/christmas-home-tour-by-candlelight.html