Austin is in his o
wn apartment now (with our nephew, Ian). He is trying to find full time work; it's hard out there! He is still in the Navy Reserves. His goal is to start up college and get into a nursing program. Ryan is home and still attending ASU West. He is going for his business degree...should be done by 2009. Bill is busy as usual with his company, Ryan Austin & Associates, as well as community service. He is currently the V.P. of the Washington Elementary School Board! I am enjoying these few weeks off school (teach 3rd grade at Alta Loma Elementary)...where did the first week go???? 
So, back to Christmas. All were here Xmas eve; brother, Mike, Ian, my mom and step dad, Ryan and Austin. We also enjoyed having our friend, Mark, and his son, Ben. We love this time together. Had a wonderful Christmas luncheon the next day; invited our neighbors and Ian's mom, Julie. Lots of laughter! The only thing missing were Bill's sisters, Randi and Cathy, and his dad. Sickness prevented them from coming.
Bill and I are looking forward to 2009! His sister, Cathy, is going to be joining RA&A, so it continues to be a family business.
Until I blog again......Jackie
Jackie, your blog is awesome. I think this is fun but not as fun as getting together with you guys. How about January? Lets do it! BTW, how is your mom?
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Great, now I can blog you guys and use technology to make rude and obnoxious remarks. Loved seeing you in November and it won't be much longer before we'll be down more often.
ReplyDeleteWe had 14" of snow so had a wonderful "White Christmas" with both Jessica and Matt. But I'm asking Santa for a snow blower next year as I've had to shovel tons of snow these last 2 weeks...
Luv Ya!
My mom forwarded me this! Look at you, so technologically advanced! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeletePS I love being a nurse...if Austin has any questions let me know
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