Sunday, December 13, 2009

12 months to go

I don't know why, but this Christmas I seem to be missing home more than ever. I am so ready to come home. December 7th was our 2 year anniversary in Japan which means 12 more months to go.

Many of our local friends are headed to Saipan for the holidays to sit in the sun, but we have no big plans. We are finding it very relaxing to just be a family again . Shawn has been on leave (vacation) since December 6th and for the rest of the month. It was been wonderful having him here to help out with the daily activities with the boys. Caleb has really loved having "daddy" to drop him off at school, but asks for "mommy" to pick him up. We've been busy with just making dinners together, baking Christmas cookies, making tree ornaments and holiday cards, taking walks to see Christmas lights, and playing at the parks since the weather is so warm.

We are thinking of all of you and missing you so much. Enjoy your family and friends and be thankful for the love that surrounds you whether it comes from the person sitting next to you or from half way around the world.

5 comments:

Wendi said...

We're sure hoping that you are close to us when 12 months passes!! We miss you lots, too!!!

Ryann said...

Oh Rachael I love you too! You will get through this year with flying colors! 12 months will go by so quickly and then you'll be back on US soil!

Jill said...

Only 12 months to go! That's amazing! I love the holiday decor too!

Jen said...

Was thinking of you on the 7th, and everyday! I am going to try and load some pics.

Lea said...

We love and miss you too! Spending time together with family and friends (in person or through the blog world) makes the holidays so wonderful! Only 12 months left!