Alex started his second year of medical school at the University of Arizona where he is excelling in his school work and is loving every second of it despite the long study nights before a big test. He does a fantastic job at balancing being both a student and a father. Outside of fatherhood and school work, he has enjoyed playing intramural football, going to the gym, riding bikes with the family, and serving in our church. He is scheduled to take his first board exam this coming year. Late nights, many prayers, and lots of cinnamon gummy bears up ahead!
I have had a few late nights myself, whether it be up with the kids, blogging, or editing pictures. Photography and writing are a big part of my life outside of my family. I plan on starting school at the U of A next semester and I’m extremely nervous with how I’m going to keep myself from drowning in diapers and homework. But somehow I’ll manage. My excitement for going back to school outweighs my hesitations. Wish me luck!
Lucy (4) started preschool this year, and my goodness does she ever love it! When she gets home, she can’t stop talking about what she did that day and often wants to play “school”. She insists on playing the part of teacher. We are amazed at her impeccable memory and her ability to learn. She fills our home with songs, stories, and an enthusiasm for all things big and little. She is constantly being reminded to lower her voice level through her frequent bursts of excitement! She is the best big sister anyone could ask for and is always eager to help mom.
Todd (2) is a little charmer and can’t help but grab the attention of the sweet old ladies at the grocery store. He loves to snuggle, and although his insistent begging to be snuggled drives me nuts at times, I secretly love it and relish it, because I know he’ll one day be too cool for his parents. He is working on his speaking abilities and is drastically improving on a daily basis. He has no shortage of creativity as he is constantly building and assembling things into toddler masterpieces! And I’m not talking about the crayon on the doors, walls and floor. :) He loves robots and trains, and Buzz Lightyear is still a favorite.
Anna (8 months) joined our family in April. She is such a breath of fresh air and mellows us crazies down. She greets everyone with an open mouth smile and constantly gets comments about her big, wide eyes. Her adorable little ringlets above her ears are enough to kill you with cuteness! She is on the verge of crawling as well as on the verge of joining her siblings in making many messes.
We hope that you and your family have found much joy this past year, and we wish you the best in the year to come! We are grateful for our Savior, His birth, sacrifice, and love on behalf of us all.
Merry Christmas!
Love, The Geyer Family
