After finally getting settled in the new house next to our church, we found out we were moving again. It was a stressful few months trying to find a house that we could all fit, with in our price range. We were blessed by friends from church, the Greens. They decided that they wanted to give up their life long home and move to the country. In turn, they offered to do a lease/option on their house to us. We moved in October 1st. This house is wonderful! We are so grateful for the opportunity to live here.
We got an opportunity to tackle our first remodeling project as a family, with the help of a lot of friends! We were able to add two bedrooms in the basement for the 3 older girls. There is NO way we could have done this without our friends! We are so blessed.
Kayla turned 18 this year and was accepted into the University of Louisville for the fall of 2012. We are so proud of all she has accomplished! She has maintained excellent grades, while juggling jobs, theater, and the step team.
Bryanna and Lina played soccer for their first competitive team, the River City Jaguars. This was a great opportunity, and they did awesome! They have also started playing for a competitive basketball team.
Bryan had his two weeks training in July for the National Guard. During this time I had to have gallbladder surgery. Not fun! But my family and friends took great care of me! I recovered just in time to spend a weekend away with my love!!
We also found out this year that Bryan will have to leave in September/October of 2012. We don't have the specifics of dates and longevity yet, but we do know he will be going to Djibouti, Africa for at least 12 months. Not looking forward to this, but we will get through and come out stronger like we always do.
These are some of the main events of last year. Hopefully the next post will be less boring :)
