Reflecting on 2009
Happy New Year!
In 2009 we did plenty to keep us busy, entertained, educated and connected to others in our life. Our online family scrapbook or website blog documents several events and thoughts, but I thought I'd write this letter as a summary for the year.
Probably the most significant event we experienced this year was in the spring when our home was hit by a double-bolt of lightning and strong winds causing over $30,000 of damage. Fortunately the fire dissolved quickly in the rain and no one was physically hurt, but it scared Kyla enough to cause some psychological issues we had to deal with. On a positive note we now have a new roof and several upgraded electronics.
Angela had some heartrending times this year. In April her father Tim passed away at the age of 55. Tim's battle with pancreatic cancer was wearisome and quickly depleted his health. Fortunately Angela was able to help care and visit with him his last couple months at his home in Alaska. Then in the fall, her Uncle Randy (Tim's Brother) passed away. This obviously has been difficult for her and I know she appreciated the kindness and prayers you have shared. Shortly after her fathers death we took a family trip to Orlando in an effort to get away, grieve in a better place and cheer up. I enjoyed getting to know her family at Tim's burial service in North Dakota. Angela and her Mom stay in close contact and are coping with Tim's departure. They took a two week road-trip together this Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed some special time together.
Angela was hospitalized a couple times herself this year for personal reasons but seems to have made a full recovery. She took on a second job in the summer with a non-profit organization and that kept her plenty busy. Fortunately she's been able to work both jobs from her home office. Later in the evening and weekends she attends to housework and being the wonderful mom and wife she is. I really appreciate all her hard work and dedication. She turned thirty this year. And for fun, she's been studying and practicing photography and getting a little more into yoga. We celebrated my 35th birthday and our third Anniversary on the beach in Curacao. This was a greatly appreciated break and a memorable time together, just the two of us.
This year I persuaded Kyla to cut her hair short because at her age it was getting to be a little much to prep and maintain. We get up early in the morning and I drive her to a private school about an hour away; so time management in our morning and evening routine is key. She's doing very well in first grade and seems to excel in math. She's been reading much more this year and her own library of books is growing. We also play pretend school at home where she seems to be a very strict teacher and I seem to get some sort of discipline in her class each time I attend. She also enjoys making art projects with markers, paints and cutting unique shapes. Other fun things we did this year included gymnastics, roller skating, water parks, horse back riding, a trip to Alaska and watching a monster truck event.
Zaylee is nearly two now and most you know how fun kids are at this age. She's been attending a great daycare and developing very well. She enjoys feeding our neighbor's horses, riding her four-wheeler, playing with babies, sorting items and counting. Most of all she enjoys playing with her big sissy, reading books with Mommy, and spending time outside with Daddy. When it was warmer this year, we had a routine where she and I would take a walk outside and her favorite part was visiting our pond and finding frogs.
I seem to stay busy at both home and work. This year marked my fifth year working for the US Department of Agriculture as an Application Specialist. At home, I garden and maintain our seven acres where I often see deer and various wildlife. I built a fire-pit and helped remodel our family entertainment room. I liked the remodeling project because I notice I acquired some new tools when building our new entertainment center; so that worked out good. I didn’t hunt this year but I did do a little fishing. I also had the opportunity to get reacquainted with some high school friends in my home town by organizing a small gathering. Plus I hosted an event celebrating my parents 35 years of marriage. By far my favorite thing to do is just be a Dad. My daughters bring me such joy. We do plenty of activities together. Lately they've been teaming up on me when we wrestle.
Sincerely,
Justin Lindsey
In 2009 we did plenty to keep us busy, entertained, educated and connected to others in our life. Our online family scrapbook or website blog documents several events and thoughts, but I thought I'd write this letter as a summary for the year.
Probably the most significant event we experienced this year was in the spring when our home was hit by a double-bolt of lightning and strong winds causing over $30,000 of damage. Fortunately the fire dissolved quickly in the rain and no one was physically hurt, but it scared Kyla enough to cause some psychological issues we had to deal with. On a positive note we now have a new roof and several upgraded electronics.
Angela had some heartrending times this year. In April her father Tim passed away at the age of 55. Tim's battle with pancreatic cancer was wearisome and quickly depleted his health. Fortunately Angela was able to help care and visit with him his last couple months at his home in Alaska. Then in the fall, her Uncle Randy (Tim's Brother) passed away. This obviously has been difficult for her and I know she appreciated the kindness and prayers you have shared. Shortly after her fathers death we took a family trip to Orlando in an effort to get away, grieve in a better place and cheer up. I enjoyed getting to know her family at Tim's burial service in North Dakota. Angela and her Mom stay in close contact and are coping with Tim's departure. They took a two week road-trip together this Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed some special time together.
Angela was hospitalized a couple times herself this year for personal reasons but seems to have made a full recovery. She took on a second job in the summer with a non-profit organization and that kept her plenty busy. Fortunately she's been able to work both jobs from her home office. Later in the evening and weekends she attends to housework and being the wonderful mom and wife she is. I really appreciate all her hard work and dedication. She turned thirty this year. And for fun, she's been studying and practicing photography and getting a little more into yoga. We celebrated my 35th birthday and our third Anniversary on the beach in Curacao. This was a greatly appreciated break and a memorable time together, just the two of us.
This year I persuaded Kyla to cut her hair short because at her age it was getting to be a little much to prep and maintain. We get up early in the morning and I drive her to a private school about an hour away; so time management in our morning and evening routine is key. She's doing very well in first grade and seems to excel in math. She's been reading much more this year and her own library of books is growing. We also play pretend school at home where she seems to be a very strict teacher and I seem to get some sort of discipline in her class each time I attend. She also enjoys making art projects with markers, paints and cutting unique shapes. Other fun things we did this year included gymnastics, roller skating, water parks, horse back riding, a trip to Alaska and watching a monster truck event.
Zaylee is nearly two now and most you know how fun kids are at this age. She's been attending a great daycare and developing very well. She enjoys feeding our neighbor's horses, riding her four-wheeler, playing with babies, sorting items and counting. Most of all she enjoys playing with her big sissy, reading books with Mommy, and spending time outside with Daddy. When it was warmer this year, we had a routine where she and I would take a walk outside and her favorite part was visiting our pond and finding frogs.
I seem to stay busy at both home and work. This year marked my fifth year working for the US Department of Agriculture as an Application Specialist. At home, I garden and maintain our seven acres where I often see deer and various wildlife. I built a fire-pit and helped remodel our family entertainment room. I liked the remodeling project because I notice I acquired some new tools when building our new entertainment center; so that worked out good. I didn’t hunt this year but I did do a little fishing. I also had the opportunity to get reacquainted with some high school friends in my home town by organizing a small gathering. Plus I hosted an event celebrating my parents 35 years of marriage. By far my favorite thing to do is just be a Dad. My daughters bring me such joy. We do plenty of activities together. Lately they've been teaming up on me when we wrestle.
Sincerely,
Justin Lindsey
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