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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our friends and family! I hope that each of you had a joyous year. 

Jack and I continue to be blessed with good health, good friends and a wonderful family.   I'm delighted to report that Daddy continues to have many good days.  Mother is holding up as his caregiver; however, I can see the physical and mental toll it is taking on her.  Please keep them in your prayers.


In the Spring, I had a great opportunity to transfer to an International department.  I jumped at the chance and have not regretted my choice.  During the Spring, we also enjoyed our annual sabbatical to St Augustine.  This year we were joined by dear friends.

My niece, Sarah, moved here from Alaska this summer.  We are delighted to have her so near.  She is a sweet girl and a joy to all of us.

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We took a "very long" road trip...to Lubbock, Tx this fall.  We throughly enjoyed visiting and relaxing with our extended family.  While we were in Texas, Brent was back home breaking his foot.  The break would not heal.  In December they put a pin in his foot.  We are praying that this will help his healing process.

In November we suffered a tragic loss.  Two of Jack's nieces, Megan (16) and Maggie (14) were killed in a devastating automobile accident.  We find peace in the knowledge that we will someday see these precious angels again.

Thanks to all of our family and friends for being there for us...celebrating our good times and sharing our sorrows.   We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and that you have a safe and blessed 2001.

Love,

Sharon


star.JPG (9162 bytes) I've updated our website with pictures of some Happy Times in 2000!.