Christmas Break!!

Oh my, so many things going on this week, and so much to be thankful for! My wonderful husband, who I am so very proud of, graduated with his Master's degree from Mississippi College last night. It has been a long time coming, and honestly, I don't know how he didn't give up after all we went through with my pregnancy and Avery's circumstances while working full-time. Thankfully, we have lots of love and support from family and friends, so that helped A LOT! Today, my older brother, Mike, is coming in from Texas with my sweet nephew, Jener. I hate I won't get to spend much time with them because we'd already planned a trip out of town, but will make the most of what we have! I haven't seen them in months, so am glad I get to visit with them before Christmas! On Monday, Jake and I will be leaving Avery for 2 nights to head to the coast. I know she will be fine, I just hope that I do ok! She is now 18 months old, so it is time, I guess, to spend a few nights apart. With Jake graduating and our 4th anniversary coming up next week, we needed to do something fun. A mother of one of Jake's players is graciously getting us reduced rates and comps to stay at a casino/hotel she runs, so that made it very difficult to say no! I am so glad to have the next two weeks off, and am thrilled that we are in a much better place than we were last year at this time with Avery. I plan to spend lots of QT with her and Jake, and fully enjoy this Christmas! I know it will be a lot of fun watching Avery open gifts this year, and discover what Santa leaves out for her! She is such a mess, and really funny these days! I am afraid she loves attention, and she cuts up, just like another Bell I know...Jake! So it seems there is much to look forward to in the next week or so! I hope everyone truly has a wonderful Christmas and New Year! Please remember to pray for those I have posted on the Cross Healed Hearts site and FB page when you can. Just one prayer does more than you can ever imagine for another's circumstances! God bless, Megan