Merry Christmas

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Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas. May the true magic of the day engulf you. Amongst the festivities, feasts and family, take a moment to bless the one who was born on this day to guide us.

A child was born...

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Anonymous said…
Merry Christmas, Gwen! You have been such a blessing to me this year--I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your newest blessing; it's hard to believe the girls are almost 8 months old! What amazing things have transpired since their births--I'm excited to see what happens with them in 2007!

(And I love seeing all the pictures of your kids!!)
December 24, 2006 at 10:49 AM
Barbie @ Mamaology said…
Merry Christmas! I pray your family has a joy filled and relaxing day! And that the Lord blesses 2007 to be a year filled with HIS goodness and grace!!!
December 24, 2006 at 8:41 PM
Anonymous said…
Merry Christmas to you!!!
December 24, 2006 at 10:53 PM
Anonymous said…
Gwen,
I keep up with Ivey through my daughter-in-law Stacy and also through your posting on Ivey's blog. I check each day to find out how Ivey is doing.
You have a special touch when writing about your family. Most of us are not as gifted as you are in expressing your thoughts and feelings. I hope the best for your and your family this year.
December 25, 2006 at 6:32 PM
Jennifer said…
Merry Christmas, my friend!
December 27, 2006 at 7:37 AM
Willingham13 said…
Gwen,

I hope the kids had a wonderful Christmas! I am sure that Santa was good to them all.

Your postings have kept us all updated on your daily travels and Ivey's progress. This Christmas was different for me than any other. I finally realized the real meaning of Christmas. Of course in the years past I understood what it was about but through your postings it has opened my eyes to what life is all about. You have inspired me so much over these past 8 months. God has a plan for all of us and he has used you to show me the real light. Thank you for opening your heart and sharing these postings.

We continue to pray for Ivey and your family.

Sending all of our love,
Morgan and Monica
December 27, 2006 at 9:53 PM
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