Belated Christmas Letter
Just fell so behind this year and so this never made it in the Christmas cards. I had it on draft since the beginning of the month but I just kept it at the back burner.
December 2008
Dear Family and Friends,
What a year!! The economy tittering on depressive state, historic presidential election, moral issue tests Californians, real estate jumble, etc. But what does that mean for us? Fortunately, our professions allow us to still be in demand so we have good income; our household was divided with the political issues … one winning one and the other winning another; and we’re taking a loss on our Lalania house … :( . But as you know our best fruit of our labor this year was welcoming Steven to our family. We also moved into our house on a hill with an awesome panoramic view. So overall we came up ahead. We hope the same for you as well. Anyway, here is what we were up to this year …
Dave found muse and satisfaction in undertakings. This year he maintains teaching judo at Cal State S.B. and re-opened his martial arts club for personal training here in town. In addition, he has also taken on a teaching position for ITT in the criminal justice department. Also, he is currently the head chairman for the Police Privacy Counsel for our city. Plus, his full time job is still with the State. Even with all that, he is actually home most of the time. He continues to be an exceptional father and loyal husband. He helps with the kids and does laundry. Wow! He’s Superman!
Jinky has her moments. Having three small children wears her out but she also has been in her happiest. Being a stay-at-home mom is still her favorite calling. Secretly, she wants more kids … Oops! The secret’s out!! Moving on, she obtained a new per diem job (2days/month) four miles from home. Her other employer did not want to let her go, so they offered to let her work one day a month to stay and she accepted. So in total, she works a whopping three days a month! Yes, I’m spoiled. Thanks, Honey!
Little David is awesome! He started kindergarten this year and is learning by leaps and bounds! His reading skills is incredible. He’s friendly, saying hello to everyone around him. He continues to love singing and is a super help to his Mama.
Sophia is our hyper kid. Never a dull moment when she’s around. She talks well for her age. She loves her brothers and you’ll often find her mimicking David and squeezing Steven. She’s our little princess with attitude.
Steven is our mellow kid. Always has a smile for you and those big bright eyes sparkle! He loves to eat so he’s our little Buddha. He’s growing up curious and loving. Maybe early to say but so far he’s a Mama’s boy which Jinky is thrilled about since the other two are Daddy’s kids.
Nationally this year has not been great but we hope you’ve found your blessings in the family and friends that surrounds you and circumstances that befell you thus coming up ahead. We certainly are blessed to count you as our riches.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Love,
The S. Family
December 2008
Dear Family and Friends,
What a year!! The economy tittering on depressive state, historic presidential election, moral issue tests Californians, real estate jumble, etc. But what does that mean for us? Fortunately, our professions allow us to still be in demand so we have good income; our household was divided with the political issues … one winning one and the other winning another; and we’re taking a loss on our Lalania house … :( . But as you know our best fruit of our labor this year was welcoming Steven to our family. We also moved into our house on a hill with an awesome panoramic view. So overall we came up ahead. We hope the same for you as well. Anyway, here is what we were up to this year …
Dave found muse and satisfaction in undertakings. This year he maintains teaching judo at Cal State S.B. and re-opened his martial arts club for personal training here in town. In addition, he has also taken on a teaching position for ITT in the criminal justice department. Also, he is currently the head chairman for the Police Privacy Counsel for our city. Plus, his full time job is still with the State. Even with all that, he is actually home most of the time. He continues to be an exceptional father and loyal husband. He helps with the kids and does laundry. Wow! He’s Superman!
Jinky has her moments. Having three small children wears her out but she also has been in her happiest. Being a stay-at-home mom is still her favorite calling. Secretly, she wants more kids … Oops! The secret’s out!! Moving on, she obtained a new per diem job (2days/month) four miles from home. Her other employer did not want to let her go, so they offered to let her work one day a month to stay and she accepted. So in total, she works a whopping three days a month! Yes, I’m spoiled. Thanks, Honey!
Little David is awesome! He started kindergarten this year and is learning by leaps and bounds! His reading skills is incredible. He’s friendly, saying hello to everyone around him. He continues to love singing and is a super help to his Mama.
Sophia is our hyper kid. Never a dull moment when she’s around. She talks well for her age. She loves her brothers and you’ll often find her mimicking David and squeezing Steven. She’s our little princess with attitude.
Steven is our mellow kid. Always has a smile for you and those big bright eyes sparkle! He loves to eat so he’s our little Buddha. He’s growing up curious and loving. Maybe early to say but so far he’s a Mama’s boy which Jinky is thrilled about since the other two are Daddy’s kids.
Nationally this year has not been great but we hope you’ve found your blessings in the family and friends that surrounds you and circumstances that befell you thus coming up ahead. We certainly are blessed to count you as our riches.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Love,
The S. Family
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