Bryce is progressing very well with his school work. He has read me a few of his short story books and tonight he played me his first piano song (short, but good). Bryce continues to be the "character" in our family. He thrives on getting the laugh and when he gets it, it fuels him all the more. This sometimes leads to his inability to discern where "the line" is. Bryce has developed a perfectionistic mentality meaning there is drama nearly anytime he doesn't get it right or gets in trouble. Of course we have no idea where he is getting this from (ok, maybe we have a guess). The cooler weather in Louisville has kept the boy inside, but the boy has not refrained from running, shouting, and wielding his plastic guns and swords all through the house. I frequently thank God for the study I have in the basement to read and listen to the beautiful quiet.
Trista continues to amaze us with her quick wit and perception of reality. There is very little that escapes her and her ears and mind are always on. Her recent proficiency test indicated she is several grades ahead on her reading level and at least one grade ahead on every other subject. This is no doubt due in large part to the excellent teacher she has who has spent countless hours scouring the potential curriculums for the perfect combination for our children. Those of you who know my wife realize this is probably an understatement, not an overstatement. Trista generally requires less corrective discipline than what I would think normal for a 7-year old, but she likes to experiment to see how autonomous she can be. Trista’s favorite pastimes currently include reading and playing dolls. The natural feminine traits are clearly evident in our first child.
Carmen is constantly outdoing herself. This year almost all of the Christmas presents were bought by the first week in November. Christmas cookies were baked and frozen two weeks later. She completed another undergrad course this fall at Boyce College with a 98% average. I frequently walk through the kitchen in the morning and see her week long to do list and am amazed when I get home at the end of the day and see nearly everything crossed off. Her ability to get it done is incredible. Carmen continues to be an encourager to many through word and deed as well as maintain an incredible level of comfort in our home. Most weeks involve 5-6 made from scratch dinners which I am late for at 5:01pm. I don’t know whether to mandate she rest more or praise God for the strength, motivation, personality, drive, and ability he has given her.
I am currently reading for my last two 3-hour courses at SBTS. The time here has flown by at times and has crawled at others. The nearing end in a master’s degree is only the beginning because great responsibility does in fact come with great privilege. My time at SBTS has been a privilege that many in the world would give everything they own for. My job continues to be a blessing. The flexibility at work has truly been an incredible blessing from the Lord. I’ve worked 40 hours two weeks in a row now which has not happened in over three years. I realize few will sympathize with this situation, but I share it only as a testimony to the Lord’s provision.
Here are a couple things you can pray for us about:
- We are seeking out people daily that need the Lord. We know the Holy Spirit works to regenerate and are praying to be allowed to participate in the harvest with the Spirit.
- We ask the Lord to make clear his plans for the home we own in Louisville. It is our hope to sell it, but the Lord may want us to rent it or do something else that has not yet been revealed.
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