The first notable thing for me in 2010, as far as I remember it now anyways, was receiving my full time position at the Bulkley Lodge in January. It has been such a blessing to have a regular schedule and not have to rely on those early morning calls for shifts, and the uncertainties that came with being casual. Benefits are nice to have, too!
We also took a weekend trip to Terrace as a family, and at the end of the month, Curtis was hired to take photos of the Olympic Torch relay coming through Smithers.
In February my Dad turned 65 and retired from his job. It would have been nice to go down and celebrate his retirement and birthday with him, but it didn't work out. We signed Isaac up for gymnastics on Saturday afternoons, which he seemed to enjoy.
In March Curtis was busy preparing for his photo exhibition at the Smithers Art Gallery in April. Isaac continued with school and gymnastics. On the 31st, our newest nephew was born to Curtis' sister, to be given up for adoption to his brother's family. Welcome to the family, Nathanael!
April 1st brought Curtis' friend Dan for a weekend visit and Curtis' exhibition opening reception. On the 7th, I flew to Alberta to attend my friend Tracey's wedding, which was on the 10th. On the Tuesday evenings in April, I took a stained glass class, which I had won from Heartstrings earlier in the year. It was fun, and my 'masterpiece' now hangs in our bedroom window.
In May, Isaac started outdoor soccer. My parents came up the week of his birthday, and helped with his swimming party. At the end of that week, the 5 of us took a little trip to Prince Rupert, and stayed at a Bed and Breakfast there called T.all Trees. It was fun, and we enjoyed a walk in the park behind the B&B, among other things. That week went by all too fast, as it was so busy, with me working some of the mornings and planning Isaac's party. Next time they come to visit, I'll try to take more time off work!
For my birthday, Curtis and Isaac took me out for dinner the night before, and then Curtis threw me a surprise party the evening of. Thanks Curtis, that was fun! Then on the 26th I got to go out for dinner again, this time with my mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and a friend. Again, thanks!
In June we had fun with end of school activities, like Primary Games Day and a field trip, soccer tournaments, and the end of gymnastics.
July brought Vacation Bible School, swimming lessons, and Curtis' photo exhibition at the Museum of Northern BC in Prince Rupert. The opening reception was on the 16th, so we spent another night at Tall Trees, taking Curtis' Mom with us. Isaac enjoyed a few play dates with cousins and friends as well through the month.
At the beginning of August, Isaac took a little trip with Farmor and Papa (Curtis' parents) to Terrace in their motor home, which he quite enjoyed. The next week, our friends Keith and Cynthia came for a quick visit, on their way to the Queen Charlotte Islands for a camping trip. We took a couple of day trips to visit some local lakes - Doris, and Chapman - while I was on vacation, as well as heading back to Prince Rupert to take down Curtis' exhibition on the 16th. Some other friends who had planned to come for a visit that week were, in the end, unable to come, but we had Mike and Geralyn and their kids over for supper one night. Keith and Cynthia stopped by again on their way home, and showed us photos of their trip. I'd like to go to the Queen Charlottes someday, too.
Towards the end of August was our local Fall Fair, for which Curtis had helped design the prize book and pamphlets, and in which Isaac entered one of his LEGO creations, winning 3rd prize for his category. Curtis also took lots of photos at the fair. That week Isaac was also in a day camp through the town, and got to do lots of fun activities.
September meant back to school for Isaac, the start of Grade 2. We are thankful that he has the same teacher this year, being in a Grade 1/2 split class, and is doing well.
In October we celebrated Curtis' birthday with some friends and family, as well as Thanksgiving later in the month. Isaac didn't show much interest in getting dressed up for Halloween this year, so he and Curtis just hung out at home while I went to work that evening.
In November I went to Prince George on a shopping trip with my Mother-in law Carolyn and sister-in-law Geralyn the first weekend. We had a lot of fun. Isaac had a few playdates throughout the month with various friends, and we as a family enjoyed getting together with a couple of other families for dinner. I also participated in a baking swap again. It's fun to discover what kinds of baking other families do for Christmas time.
In December, there were craft sales to check out, concerts to attend (my favorite being Michael W. Smith's Christmas concert in Abbotsford, which I attended with my sister) and our pre-Christmas trip to the Lower Mainland to spend a few days with my family and a few friends. Great times! We returned home on the 22nd, and celebrated Christmas dinner with Curtis' family (except his sister, who was unable to make it) on the 23rd, as I had to work Christmas weekend. We did go to Mike and Geralyn's Christmas morning for breakfast and to open stockings, as I didn't have to start work until 2:30.
So that pretty much sums up 2010 for our family, although there were other events and blessings scattered throughout the year that we are grateful for. We are thankful for enough work for both Curtis and myself, time spent with those we love, and God's grace to help us through the difficult times that come along from time to time.
I wish you all a blessed year in 2011!
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