Rat-a-tat
Rat-a-tat,

Rum-a-tum-tum . . . Beltran and his drum.

The Eckel family came from Greenville, South Carolina, to visit Little B today. Carrie (top picture, far left) did an internship at Little B's orphanage this past summer, and my mother and I had the privilege to work alongside of her while we were there on our mission's trip. It was wondeful to see you guys! Our home is always open to you :-)

Merry Christmas!

A note from Abigail . . .

"'Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: you will find the baby wrapped in clothes and lying in a manger.' Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,'Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men to men on whom his favor rests.'" Luke 2:11-14

This year was Baby's B's first year to celebrate Christmas! We were all so excited to have him with us as we celebrated the birth of Christ that lead to His death and resurrection so that we may have life in full!

Baby B was a little unsure about our Christmas tree; however, he loved the Christmas music we played, singing along and clapping his hands. A few of his favorite songs are Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time, Silent Night, Angels We Have Heard on High and The Christmas Song by Alvin and the Chipmunks.

The only Christmas wish that I had this year was to have Little B in our home, and that is exactly what I was given! He is a precious gift from God, and I love to hold him and be with him. It is our desire that he know the true meaning of Christmas so that he to may join the multitude in saying, " Glory to God in the Highest!"

Bonding time with the brothers :-)

Just hanging out . . .

Round 'em up cowboys!

Our "little dude" went to visit Dr. Aaron Miller today. His four front teeth are infected and abscessed, and Dr. Miller said that he is willing to surgically remove them pro bono! Thank you, Dr. Miller, for your generous heart and for coming alongside of this little patient . . . we really appreciate it :-)

The updates for our blogsite have been a little slow in coming because life has been busy . . . BUT here is an amazing update: As of today (December 15) Paul and I are officially dating :-)

Enter E-town Dental . . .

Dr. Ed White, who has been working in Elizabethtown for 25 years, examined Little B's teeth today. In addition, my mother had the privilege of meeting Dr. White's wife, Kim, and their son, Isaac, who is in the first grade. Kim met Isaac on a mission's trip to Uganda when he was an infant and brought him back to the United States for medical help. Isaac and Little B are about the same age (of course Little B is a miniature version) and it was neat to see two little boys who both came from miles away, both discovered on separate mission's trips, and now in the US in the same dental office. Dr. White referred us to Dr. Miller, a pediatric dentist, and who will be able to assist us further. Thank you, Dr. White, for providing the examination today :-) We are grateful for the help and encouragement you have been :-)

Snuggle Time . . .

We took Little B out to get his picture in his first snowfall in the United States :-)

Dr. Daniel Armstrong, a pediatrician from our church, gave Little B his first United States health examination :-) He weighs 24 lbs and on the growth chart fits into the category of a two-year-old. (He'll be 7 in February!) Thank you, Dr. Armstrong, for all the time you spent examining Little B . . . this was a huge blessing :-)