The Growing Gant Family...

 We're definitely not the same people we were in 2003, but it's God's intention that with time the heart grows deeper in love and understanding of one another.  I am blessed to have Curtis by my side and pray for many more years to come... The dinner pics are a new tradition the boys have started.  We often don't get to do something ON our anniversary just because of where it lands right around Christmas.  So, the boys set up a date after the fact where they create a menu and cook us a special candlelight dinner all on their own.  It's pretty special (o; I just love Cal's expression in this one Two men who will make amazing husband's someday

 We are thankful that visiting family in OR isn't so far away that we can't make it in a day.  When we road trip to CA, it makes the Oregon trip seem so short! A few pics of the boys and their love of the snow as well as Gingerbread house making with Grandma Marsha for Christmas! They spent some time on this fort and I thought it was pretty cool! The hot tub is especially cozy when it's white out (o; We even got to see the Desseuix's while we were in town! These notes the boys left Grandma saying thank you for their gifts were worth a picture (o;

 This was a day in history that proves you should never give up praying for those who haven't accepted Jesus yet.  The Christian faith was never something that Curtis or Cory shared with their Dad all growing up and well into their adulthoods.  Curtis, a few years back, took Terry out to lunch and just expressed how he wished they shared a faith in Christ and how it was such a huge thing that separated their lives.   A few years ago, Cory and Lori had started a study with Cade to discuss baptism and his decision for Christ.  They thought to see if Terry and Loretta wanted to join them and to their surprise, they said yes.  For multiple years, they shared bible study and dinner every Thursday night and just recently, Terry made the decision to be baptized.  What an amazingly beautiful thing to witness.   So, we made our way down to Eugene just before Christmas to all be there to watch him confess Christ as Lord of his life and be baptized.  It...

 Always, always, always a great time with family.   We are so blessed to have each other. Thankful doesn't even come close enough. We did a hike around San Diego to cross as many bridges as our legs could handle.   The kids did great! Cutest Thanksgiving turkey around! I'll never get tired of that Ru smile These boys have a special bond with Brenden because of how much time he spent at our house over a few summers while he was in high school We're crazy, but we still like to go to the beach when it's cold (o;   The things we do for our kids.

 If it weren't for the faith of this woman, where would our family be?  She'll be the first to say she made mistakes and regrets things.  But, I'm always quick to remind her that her faithfulness to God despite all of life's challenges, is blessing our family today.  She has left a legacy to her sons that will continue to give through generations.  We love you Grandma Marsha!

It never fails...I'm always in awe at how quickly time passes by.  Ten years ago my Calvin was born and before we know it, he'll be a teenager...May I pause in each moment we're given and reflect on how thankful I am for who God's given us in Calvin.   He decided he wanted to grow his hair out long to "try it out".  It's gotten pretty lengthy!  I'm honestly surprised that he hasn't wanted to cut it with the annoyance of it getting in his eyes, but we'll see how long he lets it go.   We got a visit from Grandpa and Grandma as well as the Sasaoka's from CA since it wasn't only Cal's 10th bday but my 40th.  It sure was fun getting to see them all at once.  Extra spoiled this year (o;   Cal wanted to take the whole family bowling for this birthday Avi on the 6th, Cal on the 8th and Me on the 9th. Happy Birthday to us! They both share my love for popcorn (o;

We always love it when the Thy's come to visit!  Mel always likes coming in the Fall because of how beautiful it is with the changing leave colors...something they don't get much of in CA.  We filled our time with soccer games, pumpkin patches, hikes and even a visit to Lake Pend Orielle.  The time always passes so quickly and the moments the boys get to spend with their cousins is something I'm so grateful for.  Thanks for the sacrifice to come see us Uncle Thom and Auntie Mel! Love them so much! This girl is growing up so fast (o; One of their favorite things...both to do and to eat!