Epperson Family Christmas Letter--2013

     Christmas is almost here and there is finally a moment to sit down and reflect on the blessings of 2013.  Just a tiny bit over a year ago, we found out we were expecting another baby.  Now our darling Evelyn is 4 months old!  She has been our greatest gift this year.  Last night we gathered with family and she was given a name and a blessing by Tony, through the power of the priesthood.  This little girl is surrounded by lots of love and is meant to bless the lives of many.  We love her so much.  She's smiling, laughing, rolling over and making US smile everyday.
     Her big-little brother has really come into his own personality.  Jase is a loving, sweet boy.  He gives kisses and hugs to everyone.  He is walking, dancing, and signing.  He understands more than he says right now.  We think he prefers to kiss rather than tell. ; )
     Ryan is a sweet, independent boy.  He has a way of making us so frustrated and then being so sweet.  He started preschool this year and still does joy school.  He loves water, riding his bike and being with his friends.
     Max is in first grade.  He excels in school and always loves to go.  He can always be found building something or reading a book.  He is a LOT of help with the two babies.
     I love being a mom.  That never changes.  Being a mom is very tiring with two little ones at home but it is the BEST!  I love teaching kids at church and I love being with my kids and finding fun activities for them.  2013 has been a year of fine tuning my time management skills between family, work and church responsibilities.
     Tony has had a great year.  He was hired to be a substitute teacher at South Seattle Community College where he  received his second Associate's degree, this time in Aviation Maintenance.  His primary job is still working on the P8-A at Boeing.  He loves his job.  He always joked about not knowing how to raise a daughter, but he is pretty amazing with his baby girl and she has him wrapped around her finger.
     We're in the middle of another adventure so I'll have to share more pictures soon.  Here are a couple of favorites...

 Joyeux Noel!  We hope we can all reflect on and treasure the love Christ has for us.  May your days be Merry and Bright!  Gros Bisous!
     Love, Tony, Debbie, Max, Ryan, Jason and Evelyn