Sarah B: December Daily

2011, What an eventful year for our tiny family! There were so many ups and downs, emotionally and physically, for B and I. Neither one of us had ever been frequent patients in a doctor office much less hospital but after this year we could drive several different routes to some of the main Scripps hospitals/medical facilities in San Diego county. We had the joy of adding our first child to our family in August, bringing us to a Baker family of 3. :) We have had the privilege of visiting with several different family members (and out of town friends who are like family) through out the year, as well as tackle a few more home improvement items off our to-do/wish list. There have been friendships strengthened and weakened and I had a change in my employment status toward the end of the year, changing my title to "Stay at home mom". One sad point for my family this year was the passing of our beloved "Buddy", he was an awesome dog and it feels like he was always a part of our family. Thankfully, they have rescued another wonderful dog that is growing into his huge paws and picking up Buddy's legacy as trail pal and Michael's playmate. Ultimately, I believe this year has been one to remember for us. We have become closer to God as He has showed us little glimpses of His amazing grace and sovereignty. God blessed us with life and the miracle of medicine and doctors. And through those amazing miracles we are reminded in a sobering manor that His timing is divinely ultimate and He will never give us more than we can handle (have to remind myself that second part often).

Below is a little picture tour through 2011