Monday, December 14, 2009

Our Christmas Tree, Us, and spinach...

We hope that this finds each of you well and enjoying this Holiday Season. We just wanted to share a few pics with you. First, our Christmas Tree.

IMG_3009 It's not what we are used to but personally I think it looks great!! It sure does beat not having a tree at all!! While, it doesn't exactly feel like Christmas, especially since the temps are in the 90's every day, we are trying to make the most of it. After all, the reason for the season is not about a feeling, it's about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus!!

Second, recently we spent an evening at an "African Resort" called, Kangaba. It was very nice and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Arnett and I both said we haven't felt that relaxed since we arrived in Mali. It's definitely a new favorite spot that we'll be going to again soon!!

IMG_2984 Zeke and his Daddy.

 

 

 

 

 

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Last but certainly not least...Zeke. So, about a month ago we started Zeke on solid foods. We started with cereal and have gradually added vegetables. First, we tried green beans, he wasn't a fan. Then we tried pumpkin, he loved it!! Next, cabbage. He liked it but his tummy didn't. The latest thing we've tried is spinach!! Here are some pics we took. He enjoyed it but he got it everywhere!!

IMG_2990 He was eating but kept wanting to pay attention to his daddy.

 

 

 

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Hope you enjoyed the pics. Things are well here. Lately, we've been pretty busy. Arnett is busy working on next year's farming project and I'm busy still going to language class. My parents and sister are flying over Christmas Day and will get here the next day. We are looking forward to their visit. Please pray for safe travels!! Merry Christmas and until next time...

4 comments:

Sara said...

Love all your pics and your blogging! Our little Zeke is growing up. I can't believe he's so big! I miss your family too much. Hope y'all have a very merry Christmas! Sara L.

David Pope said...

I saw the Griese's pic form the resort as well. Looks nice. Maybe we can hit that when we visit next year ... sometime.

Walt and Tori said...

Merry CHRISTmas!

I love the tree and the pictures of Zeke are too cute! He looks like a toddler.

Lots of love and hugs,
Tori

David and Katie Kizziah said...

What a cutie pie you have there! He's adorable, such beautiful eyes. Praying for you guys. Thank you for your faithfulness to our Lord and His Church. Blessings!
Katie & fam :)