Hello all!
Another year and once again its time for the famous Davis family Christmas letter. Lots to catch up on so I best get started.
What a year! We made it through our first winter on the acreage and indeed its true, you do get more snow in the country! The kids were no worse for the wear though, as they much enjoyed building snow forts, snowmen and riding their toboggans. Let’s just say they are eager for this winter to arrive. Me, not so much.
Another year and once again its time for the famous Davis family Christmas letter. Lots to catch up on so I best get started.
What a year! We made it through our first winter on the acreage and indeed its true, you do get more snow in the country! The kids were no worse for the wear though, as they much enjoyed building snow forts, snowmen and riding their toboggans. Let’s just say they are eager for this winter to arrive. Me, not so much.
This spring we gained some new family members—kittens, ducklings and a new baby (more on this later). We now have 5 cats and 4 ducks. We find them all quite entertaining and BellaRose keeps trying to convince Elizabeth that the cats should come inside, though as of yet they remain outdoors.
Hard to believe that BellaRose (left) is already 8! She is in 2nd grade this year and is a devoted artist of many genres, including drawing, painting, singing and interpretive dance. She loves our animals—especially the cats—and is a great help around the house, taking on more responsibilities and helping with her younger siblings. 
Jude (right) turns 6 in February and is in Kindergarten this year. He likes school and also relishes in helping me with our many house projects. He also enjoys hanging out with his siblings and spending time with our animals. Jude seems to be quite warm-blooded as well, as he most commonly found without a shirt on. ‘Suns out guns out’ is his mantra, I guess.
Finch (left) turned 4 this past August and continues to play the middle child role quite well. She enjoys playing dolls and dress-up with her sister but also can be found taking part in the mischief her brothers make. She is a goofy girl and is certainly a one-of-a-kind kid.
Where do we begin with Leo (right)? He turned 2 this past April and for his birthday we got him a baby sister. He is both naughty and nice. His days are spent seeing what he can find in the fridge and/or giving his parents grey hairs. Needless to say, he keeps us on our toes. Truly, though, Leo is a good, loveable boy who adores Thomas the Train and playing along side his siblings.
Pippi Sunday (left), our newest member of the family, was born on April 24th in Jefferson. Now going on 8 months old, Pippi is adored by all and is constantly doted on by her siblings. Pippi is already a crawler, putting her months ahead of her siblings at that age. But I suppose she’s just trying to keep up with the rest of ‘em.
Elizabeth is still a stay-at-home mom for our brood and homeschools Jude and BellaRose. She has made new friends in the Ogden community and is a regular at our local library and moms group. What a gal!
I continue to enjoy my job. In September I spoke at our conference in San Diego. It was the first time I had been to California or seen the Pacific Ocean. Both are great. I still enjoy running, and of course, spending time with Elizabeth and my 5 rugrats.
Last but not least, late this summer all 5 Davis children were dedicated at our church. We are truly blessed to have found a home church we love and that we can continue to grow with God in such an awesome place.
Last but not least, late this summer all 5 Davis children were dedicated at our church. We are truly blessed to have found a home church we love and that we can continue to grow with God in such an awesome place.
And that’s a wrap, folks! I hope that you all have a fabulous holiday season and a most excellent remainder of 2016.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
