The Fall temperature and colors have been late in coming - but the blessings of this season cause me to be completely and entirely thankful.
Our Grands are flourishing -- they have wonderful teachers and one is learning to thrive in a less than ideal classroom. Our kids are busy with their lives giving back and aiming to make their community a better place.
Terry and I tag-teamed it in one of his classes that is a favorite of mine to teach -- bridging poverty .Our years together working with Kids University and the Common Good have given us a window into the many difficulties that people in poverty are facing.
Mind you, Fall has not been without its challenges - Terry's sciatic pain is through the roof - the car acted up-- challenges in teaching 6 classes for Terry - but in every instance God has been so faithful. Terry has forged through like he has handled all of his health issues with faith and strength. Dec. 8 he was given an epidural that helped relieve pain and enable him to enjoy the holidays.
Fall in Oklahoma brings OSU football for this family. Marshall and Katie shared OSU tickets with Bethany and Mat as they all supported their favorite POKES. 
The Bell Farm in Edmond has lots of deer and Marshall has set up deer feeders and a deer blind. Clara woke up early on a Saturday morning and joined him with hot cocoa and lots of chatter.
Bethany has given a lot of time volunteering to assist at the HUB Community Outreach, campaign for a friend running for their local school board, Run for Fun at the Kids school, and Aware - an Alzheimer's organization to help families in Oklahoma.
Thanksgiving was a lovely time together at Bethany & Mat's home. Mat smoked a delicious turkey.
We all brought our favorite dishes. Jim's brother, Tom and his partner, Randy joined us.
Christmas was a delightful time in Edmond and Tulsa. Terry and I went over to babysit the 3 C/s while Marshall and Katie had a night out before thefestivities began.
There were lots of gifts under the tree for these 3 -- however their favorite toy the whole 3 days was Pawpaw's walker!!!
Jim and Jan hosted a special Christmas Dinner at their Tulsa home.
Everyone had the best time! Our Clan of 14 is loud and loving!
These two guys put together an 1800+ Lego set of the Coliseum that Jack received for Christmas. The Coliseum was a favorite of Jack's on their Italy trip this summer.
