FullerTown

Our Christmas was a LOT of FUN!! I will give the details as best I can. Paul woke up at 7:15 am. He and I went and took pictures of the other little Fuller's. They were all so cute. Then they woke up! They were a little excited! They were ready to run downstairs. A Picture essay of the rest: Notice Anna Brooke sitting at Paul's gifts? She took a very meaningful look at everyone else's gifts before she went to hers. It was very sweet of her to notice everyone else's things before rushing to her own. Everyone's helmets have since been adjusted and fit Everyone received a bicycle or tricycle and matching helmet. The girls received an amazing, beautiful kitchen that matches their bedroom. Luke received a firetruck bookcase that he is very proud of. Paul received a pretend airport with all the accessories. After we were finished with our gifts, we traveled to Louisburg to have Christmas with the Fuller family. We had a very fun time and everyone received things they ask...

I now realize that I should have typed this post about Day 3 in Florida last night because I'm forgetting how we started our day. Now, I remember. The boys were outside with Granddaddy. They were piddling in different things then built a cross with a star on top to put lights on. It is a neat idea and very pretty. The girls went to Aunt Rie - Rie's house to play inside unhindered by boys. Marie called Granny's house and said, "Anna Brooke and Sarah Belle are sitting down, coloring in a coloring book. I didn't know this was possible. Girls are so much easier than boys!!!!! Which is true at this age. Give us a few more years and we will re-evaluate this situation. Then the Fuller's went to town to pick up a few things and take care of some errands. Our friend, K and her children, followed us back to Hideaway Farms. Back at the farm, we played on the hay in the tractor barn, went to play on the climbing tree, fed the cows, and then came inside to warm up. It ...

Day 2 in Florida was great! We attended worship with my parents and sisters. They all attend the First Baptist Church of Glen St. Mary, FL . They have a wonderful Pastor who preached the Word. I always like that. And, this awesome worship leader named Brian. He and his wife are dear friends from our seminary days. We had lunch at home. With many friends from days gone by. And lots of family too. It was very good to see many faces that we had not seen in a long time. Sweet, sweet people that we love so much. And they love us too. The Christmas Musical Programs were last night. First, Caleb and his Cubbie friends sang Silent Night dressed as the Nativity scene. Caleb was a shepherd, with a beard. (Green shepherd outfit looking straight at the camera.) Then, the older children sang several really cute songs, complete with hand motions. Conner stood front & center and did very well. (He's wearing the red sweater vest). Then was the choir musical. They all sang beautifully. Marie s...

We arrived safely at Hideaway Farms (my parents' home) at 1:30 a.m. this morning. The children were all asleep but woke up to see their Granddaddy and Granny. They were excited! This morning we went to Conner's (my older sister's firstborn) Tae Kwon Do belt test. He is currently a white belt (beginner) and was testing for his yellow belt. He did very good. We were all very proud of him. Then the children except Paul went with Granddaddy and Granny to see The Tale of Despereaux . A movie about a little mouse who learns to be brave. The little Fuller's enjoyed this as did the grandparents. While they were going to the movie we (Stephen & Marie, B & K)went out to lunch. It was a lot of fun! We laughed so hard at each other remembering old times. As we were leaving, I heard, "Laura!" I turned around and it was my very best friend from High School. She and I were inseparable . We rode together to the local community college the year after high school. So...

We have many friends scattered all over our great country. This is the result of Bible college and Seminary. And the convergence of two large family's address books. So, we are leaving for Florida today to celebrate Christmas with my family. The problem is, that we haven't mailed our Christmas cards yet. To many of you this will seem like no big deal. But you all know what you think of the person whose card you receive the week after Christmas. So the cards have to be mailed today . 650 cards. Oh, yes, we are officially mentally insane. Another problem is that we did not pick up the cards from the printer until around 8:30 p.m. just last night . Actually, the printer brought them to me. Tracked me down at a Christmas Party. We put our children to bed and the ink started flowing. Computer ink that is. And some Bic brand ink as well. We hit the sack between 2 am this morning so we could have at least a little rest. And the stuffing, licking and ink started again. I was busy with ...

Woo-hoo!!! Yahoo-jah!!! GLORY TO GOD!!! GLORY TO THE NEWBORN KING!!! Yesterday was Luke's Kindergarten class Christmas Celebration. He will only be in Kindergarten once and Christmas comes but once a year . I really am in need of a camera. So, I did some quick research of the local electronics places and found one on clearance. It is not fancy, but it is a red camera. Very festive. Merry Christmas!! Here are the pictures so far: And, this morning at Preschool: How very cute!

A few weeks ago, the Seniors from church went someplace and Patrick accompanied them. He saw this and wanted it. He would not purchase it for himself. The sweet Seniors heard him admiring it and got together to purchase the ornaments. Then, someone else got the tree. They presented it to him at their monthly luncheon. Sadly, he was not in attendance to accept this generous gift in person. So, they set up the tree in his office. He was SOOOOOO surprised to see it. He says it is one of the best gifts he has ever received.

--I am finished with my shopping!!!!!!! (A special thanks to the biggest Wal-Mart I have ever visited that is located two counties away.) --I have rearranged the gifts as I usually do when we are ten days away from Christmas. Each family has their own tree. Christmas morning gifts are in the Family Room. My family's gifts are in the dining room. Patrick's family's gifts are in the Living Room. You Fuller's, Derrick's, Altman's and Fish's who read this should feel really special. --I am finishing wrapping the gifts now. The girls and Paul are assisting take the gifts to the correct location. (OK, I just checked behind them. Only 2 of the last 6 were in the right place. I do appreciate their help. I really do.) --The children are feeling better. Now the Mommy doesn't feel so great. Yes, I do have a doctor appointment. Thanks for asking. --This morning I ate a pear from Harry and David for breakfast. Every year we receive a gift basket from t...

This has been an interesting couple of days here in FullerTown! There is no better way to let you know the goings-on around here except to chronicle it all for you. On Thursday evening, it was clear that Sarah Belle was sick enough to visit Dr. B. Thankfully, a Friday morning appointment was available! She and I made our way to the new fancy location of the Pediatrics office. I missed the turn and ended up taking the long route. Perfect. Miss Sarah Belle has a 'mild' ear infection. If this is 'mild,' I would hate to see 'severe.' She is pretending to be a koala bear! After the exam, she looked at Dr. B, pointed to him and said, "That boy cut my ear." Try to imagine her sitting on the edge of the exam table with her eyes only half open, holding both ears and pouty lips. It was precious. And sad. It made Dr. B chuckle. After we visited the pharmacy she was feeling better. So, she and I stopped in a store that I knew would be a great place to...

Well, it has been a looooooong time since you were given the chance to see into FullerTown . The town manager has been quite . . . . . . busy. Last Monday was Anna Brooke's birthday. She had a wonderful day! She received many gifts that she is enjoying. Then we went into 'Get-Ready-for-the-Christmas-Family-Open-House Mode.' On Tuesday we stopped by Sam's Club after Preschool before going straight to get Luke. When we arrived home, the Christmas tree was ON THE FLOOR!!!! Yes, the live 9-foot tall, 100 pound Christmas tree was taking a nap!! I was speechless! I could not declare it a "Glory to God" moment! On Saturday, we went to the Greensboro Christmas Parade. I was the last one out the door as usual. I grabbed my black flats instead of going upstairs to get socks so I could wear warmer shoes. By the time the parade was over, and we saw Santa Claus, my feet were ICY. I could barely walk back to the Suburban they hurt so bad. Note to self: Next year w...