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Tuesday, December 30, 2008
21 hour drive home to California
This is us right before we left to go home. On our way to Texas, Callie threw up in the car. While we were there Taylor, Preston, and I all got sick. Preston and I still weren't feeling good on the way home to Texas. We found out when we got home Taylor's other family members got sick too. What a Christmas! It was really fun to see everyone. WE had fun.
Hannah Montana Guitar!!
Callie got Hannah Montana guitar for Christmas. I don't know what we were thinking. I already wanted to take the batteries out. She looked cute playing it.
Visiting Grandma Margie in Texas!
Taylor's sister, brother, and parents all went and suprised Grandma Margie while visiting in Texas. She was excited to see us.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Callie wanted to make a snow angel!
She wasn't quite dressed to make a snow angel. But there was no stopping her.
Oak Glen
This is Oak Glen only 10 minutes from our house. It is also 1,000 feet higher than Yucaipa. We figured they would have a lot more snow so we went to check it out this morning. Some parts had about a foot of snow. We let the kids out and play around.
Snow on the mountains
This is at a park a mile from our house. I love the snow on the mountains. We heard Big Bear got more snow in a 24 hour period ever. Taylor was out yesterday traveling for work with a customer and the freeway they were on got shut down. They wouldn't allow you down unless you had chains. He was supposed to make a flight at 5:40 pm and missed it and didn't get back home until 11:00 pm that last night.
Our first snow in California!
The past 2 days it has been raining not stop and it finally got cold enough and had a little bit of snow. Here is a picture from our back yard. There was a lot more snow earlier this morning but Taylor went to take a picture and the batteries were dead.
Monday, December 15, 2008
so cute!
This picture was taken in Oak glen, when my mom was visiting. I thought it was such a cute picture of her. I just had to post it.
Preston's favorite new place
Preston's favorite new place to go is the first step of the stairs. He comes and gets Taylor, Callie or I and holds us by the hand and takes us over to the stairs to sit. He likes to eat his snacks on the stairs and play toys. I had to take a picture to capture the moment.
Our Christmas Letter!
Dear Family and Friends,
At this Christmas season we extend our greetings to all our family and friends. How we love you and hope to hear from each of you soon.
Taylor is still working for BNSF railway. Earlier this year there were a couple of job opportunities outside of Texas; however, none of them felt right until we heard of a sales position in southern California. In August, we sold our house in Texas and moved to California. It was very sad to leave Texas with so many wonderful friends and family members. We live small town of 50,000 named, Yucaipa. We have felt very welcomed here from our neighbors and the members of our ward. Taylor is still traveling some but not near as much with his last position. He really likes his job here in California and the challenges it brings. Taylor is serving in our ward as the Varsity Scout Coach. He goes camping once a month and has activities every week. He is beginning to like it, I think- despite not being much of a camper.
Our children are growing up so fast. Callie is 3 ½ and has quite the personality. The day after we moved to California she said, “Mom, I am frustrated.” I said “why?” She replied “because I don’t have any friends here.” I thought it was pretty clever as she never ceases to amaze us with her off the cuff comments. Callie enjoys her weekly ballet class and socializing with her friends.
Preston is 18 months and can finally go into nursery…Hooray! He has started to say a few words, like uhoh, mom, and dad. Preston is such a sweet boy and loves his Daddy. He can’t wait for Taylor to come home from work. I am able to stay home with Callie and Preston and enjoy doing so.
I am serving on the Enrichment Board and look forward to the challenges of this new calling. In my spare time I enjoy scrap booking and blogging-(visit our blog at www.texasharrington.blogspot.com). My Grandpa Finn passed away in February and we made a trip back to Rigby, ID for his funeral and to spend time with family. Every member of my extended family was able to be there. It was great to talk about my grandpa’s life and what a great example he was to all of us. In July, we had a Hammer family reunion in Washington, D. C. It was wonderful all being together.
As we ponder these tumultuous and uncertain times we have found comfort in the Prince of Peace. May this Christmas season remind us that Prince, who stilled the tempest on the Sea of Galilee, has the power to calm the storms in our personal lives. May His peace fill our hearts and homes throughout the coming year as we strive to walk in His ways.
We are excited to see what this New Year in California will bring. All the best to you and your family this Christmas Season and in 2009.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Taylor, Ashley, Callie, and Preston Harrington
At this Christmas season we extend our greetings to all our family and friends. How we love you and hope to hear from each of you soon.
Taylor is still working for BNSF railway. Earlier this year there were a couple of job opportunities outside of Texas; however, none of them felt right until we heard of a sales position in southern California. In August, we sold our house in Texas and moved to California. It was very sad to leave Texas with so many wonderful friends and family members. We live small town of 50,000 named, Yucaipa. We have felt very welcomed here from our neighbors and the members of our ward. Taylor is still traveling some but not near as much with his last position. He really likes his job here in California and the challenges it brings. Taylor is serving in our ward as the Varsity Scout Coach. He goes camping once a month and has activities every week. He is beginning to like it, I think- despite not being much of a camper.
Our children are growing up so fast. Callie is 3 ½ and has quite the personality. The day after we moved to California she said, “Mom, I am frustrated.” I said “why?” She replied “because I don’t have any friends here.” I thought it was pretty clever as she never ceases to amaze us with her off the cuff comments. Callie enjoys her weekly ballet class and socializing with her friends.
Preston is 18 months and can finally go into nursery…Hooray! He has started to say a few words, like uhoh, mom, and dad. Preston is such a sweet boy and loves his Daddy. He can’t wait for Taylor to come home from work. I am able to stay home with Callie and Preston and enjoy doing so.
I am serving on the Enrichment Board and look forward to the challenges of this new calling. In my spare time I enjoy scrap booking and blogging-(visit our blog at www.texasharrington.blogspot.com). My Grandpa Finn passed away in February and we made a trip back to Rigby, ID for his funeral and to spend time with family. Every member of my extended family was able to be there. It was great to talk about my grandpa’s life and what a great example he was to all of us. In July, we had a Hammer family reunion in Washington, D. C. It was wonderful all being together.
As we ponder these tumultuous and uncertain times we have found comfort in the Prince of Peace. May this Christmas season remind us that Prince, who stilled the tempest on the Sea of Galilee, has the power to calm the storms in our personal lives. May His peace fill our hearts and homes throughout the coming year as we strive to walk in His ways.
We are excited to see what this New Year in California will bring. All the best to you and your family this Christmas Season and in 2009.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Taylor, Ashley, Callie, and Preston Harrington
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