Merry Christmas!!
The Highlights of the year for the Varnon Family: 
Mountains. Noah and I joined Eric this summer when he took the Junior High kids to San Isabel, Colorado for summer camp. We all enjoyed a week in the mountains, the fresh air and the majestic views that God has created. The Varnon clan all went as well so it was good family time too.
Eric has been at Westminster Presbyterian Church for just over a year now. He is serving as the Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministry.
Richard. Yep, Eric’s younger brother moved in with us in October as he gets adjusted to life in fort worth.
Return to Spearman. In August we went back to Spearman for a few days for more family time. We were also able to be a part of Taylor’s (Eric’s niece) back to school events and attend her Open House.
Youth. Eric has stayed very busy with the Youth activities this year. Along with the 3 camps this summer, he has taken them on many weekend adventures. One of his favorite trips this year was the Mystery Trip where he took a group of kids to Kansas for a Christian music concert. 
Camping. We took our family vacation in November and headed down to Jellystone Park for 5 days (just north of San Antonio) . Noah learned all about Yogi Bear and fell in love with him! We took some day trips into San Antonio and went to the River Walk and The Alamo.
Horned Frogs, Go TCU! We attended a few of the TCU home football games this year. Noah went too and loved all the action and entertainment.
Random stuff: Noah has mastered the WII. He LOVES ‘feet jammies’…hence the picture! Noah transitioned to a ‘Big Boy’ bed this summer. Noah is talking so well that I can carry on a more intelligent conversation with him than with Eric.
In July we went to Georgetown to spend some time with the Biesheuvel Family. All the siblings were home at the same time over the 4th. It doesn’t happen often so it was nice to all be together for a short time.
School. Noah started ‘school’ at the Early Learning Place Preschool at our church. He loves playing with the other kids and doing art. He can say his ABC’s (forgetting the Z) and count to 10 (without the #2).
Toddler. Noah turned 2 years old in October. We had a party at the house for him with both sets of Grandparents here and his buddy Reese from church. Backyard Bash with Bubbles, Balls and Balloons was the theme.
Me. I continue working at Cook Children’s Medical Center on the Post Surgical/Endocrine Floor. I work as Charge nurse most days but do still enjoy the sporadic times that I get to work as a staff nurse and actually interact with the patients and families versus being the problem solver and conflict negotiator all day.
A new addition. My sister, Carmen, had her second child, Nathan, in February. I was able to go to Virginia and spend a couple days with the Law family and get to see the precious little guy.
Seasons Greetings and a Happy New Year to all!!< >< >< >< ><–>