Lexy is doing well homeschooling. We are using an online curriculum that she really enjoys, and it helps me keep track of her records electronically. We have a very relaxed schedule that works well for her and our family. She continues to receive speech and occupational therapy, and is learning to read. She is a Daisy in girl scouts, and is as sweet as ever. Sometimes I can’t believe we don’t share the same DNA, because she is a perfect fit in our family. Our kids make us very proud.
I have spent much of the past year(s) sick and not knowing why. After many doctors’ appointment and tests I was finally diagnosed with lupus. I am still learning to manage the disease and trying to get on the right medication. I am not there yet, but hopeful now that I have a diagnosis I will get a system that is able to manage my pain and symptoms, and will return to my “normal”. On the up side lupus has been a reality check and forced me to slow down, prioritize, and be thankful.
We are going into our 5th year of being foster parents. Due to my illness we have only taken a few short term emergency placements, but they have all been special and I know they came to our home for a reason. The cases are sad, and I enjoying providing as much love and “stuff” I can give them on their short stays with us. Meanwhile we have a teenage neighbor girl that spends much of her time at our house. She comes from a broken home and also has a sad story. She is a helpful, good kid and keeps my bleeding heart distracted.
Gary Consulting is busy as ever, and we do not take it for granted. Monty has a great group of clients, lots of whom he has worked with for many years. Their businesses continue to grow, so does ours and we are grateful!
We are still enjoying our camper, and attending music festivals. Though we have been faced with some challenges this year, we are blessed.
Merry Christmas!!
Love and peace,
Amanda (Monty, Alexis, and Rayne) Gary
