The Carlson family looked back on an incredible 2008. We learned this year just how essential it is to have an incredible family surrounding you. A family that includes those who appear on a family tree, and those who are considered family simply because of their proximity in our lives. We have taken an initiative in our family to pour ourselves into the lives of those around us. We reached a point this year where our pitcher had run dry and needed to be refilled. The love and support that we received from those around us was comforting and overwhelming all at the same time. There were people there for us when we needed physical support, mental support, and spiritual support. 2008 was a year where we got a chance to see the very best in people.
As we look forward to 2009 - we are anxious for the awesome things that God has in store for our family as well as for each of us individually. There are a number of areas where we have felt that God has been preparing the soil for an incredible harvest. Some of these areas will stretch us more than we would probably like. But many of them will allow us to grow in ways that can bring us closer to Him.
My prayer for our family in 2009 is that God continues to work His will in our lives and that we become increasingly purposeful in seeking after Him and listening for His guidance.
We thank you all for helping make 2008 a year that will never be forgotten. We also pray that 2009 brings incredible blessings in to all areas of your lives.
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So glad to hear from you! Wish you a Happy NEW Year! We love you and continue to pray for you!
Love, Raul, Nicole, Matthew, & Michael Leon
thanks for your part in our lives as well -
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