Happy New Year from the "Whitings left behind"

Happy New Year to everyone!
We had a great time at our annual Squires Family Christmas Party. We had a good dinner and then played the Dirty Santa game. It is so good to see family at this time.
Christmas day was fun, it was wonderful to talk to Thomas on the phone. He sounded so great and only had to ask his greenie companion a few times "what is that word in english?" So we know that he is totally immersed in his mission and the Spanish language. His attitude is so awesome, he was knocking on doors last Sunday, the temperature was -30 degrees and no one would let them and he couldn't feel his feet -- but he reassures me that he is happy and is choosing to have a good attitude no matter what! That is so awesome.

December Birthdays

Why women live longer than men!

We had 2 birthdays in December so far. Ava turned one on December 11, and Tyler turned 25 on December 13.
Jenna threw a surprise birthday party for Tyler on Friday, Dec 12. It was awesome. Tyler was really surprised, lots of friends and family showed up. The food was awesome and the company amazing. We all had a great time!
Ava had her party on Saturday, Dec 13. We all had a great time playing and having good food. Ava had a great cake.
Tanner sang in the Taylor Junior High Chorale Choir. He had a solo and did a great job.
I love December, reflecting on Mary and Joseph, traveling at that difficult time in a pregnancy, finding a stable for Mary's labor and for the birth of the Savior of the World. The Angels proclaiming the miracle to the shepherds and the Heavenly hosts singing and glorifying God. I am happy to take part in this celebration at this time. My heart overflows with love for our Savior, the Atonement and the Gospel.
Love,
Tammy