(Our sheperd is the one kneeling, wearing the brown head covering.)
Chandler played the part of a sheperd this past weekend in Mountain View’s Christmas program. It was a very well done program! Before the program began, a devotion was given reminding us to not get caught up in the material things at this time of year. (Most all churches have their programs now because they go on school holiday from Dec. 5- mid Januray, and lots of people travel during that time.) It was a great joy to be a part of this celebration.
A couple from Mountain View invited us to stay in their cottage for the weekend, which was a true blessing. It allowed us a bit of down time and saved a ton of driving back and forth from Paarl to Somerset West.
Jason spent Friday and Saturday helping to remodel Pastor Tom’s kitchen. What a mess! This is what I saw as I came onto the scene 
In other happenings this weekend…
Brittany went to the beach with the kids in the youth group and got one of her first ever bad sunburns. Of course where I would peel and turn white, she will just tan. (Not fair!)
(Brittany, Kirsten, Anke, Justin and Robin- ready for the beach)
Chandler had a ton of fun with friends. Swimming, ping pong, and running.
I (Stacy) went to a going away tea for some ABWE ladies. It was a lovely time together. I am suffering from an out of whack equalibrium, which is making me nauseated. Not to mention I have a hard time walking straight. I have no idea what is causing it, but it’s very annoying! I thought going to the beach would make it worse, but it actually seemed to help some.
God is good! ALL THE TIME!
In Him, Stacy
Rick said,
December 1, 2008 at 4:09 pm
WOW! What a weekend! Beach, friends, work!? What could be better!
You all look very happy and healthy and I am truely greatful for that! I love following the blog and this is certainly a great way to keep in touch and share photos! How cool! Brittany, how’s the sunburn? I hope not too bad! Chandler, you look great in a robe!! 
Jason, how was the shower?? 
Stacy, sounds like you may nave a bit of virtigo?? Hope that stops soon….must be frustrating! Thanks for sharing with us and be well! LOVE YOU! Dad / Grandpa
Mom/Grandma Susie said,
December 3, 2008 at 12:46 am
I want to know if Jason is going to wear shorts in front of his Mom over Christmas — I can’t believe all of the shorts and, and…are those sandals??? What happened to the boots? What a change in lifestyle (habits) this has been! Can’t wait to see it in person!
Love the smiles on all the faces.
See you soon, Love, Mom/Grandma Susie
Heidi Reeves said,
December 3, 2008 at 5:32 pm
I love it you guys!
You look like you are having a blast and I know you are!
Love to you all!
Heidi
Wayne and Judy said,
December 3, 2008 at 6:34 pm
Hi, Such great pictures!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful memories with us. You all look so good and so happy, which lifts our hearts. Hope your vertigo is better, Stacy. Be careful you don’t fall and hurt yourself!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What a handsome shepherd you are, Chandler and Brittany, you look so very pretty in all the pictures. Jason, you are a mess! Must say, you clean up good, though….
Until next time, all our love,
Wayne and Judy
Jennifer Cheney said,
December 10, 2008 at 4:41 am
Hi Box Family,
I’ve been following your blog, but haven’t had a chance to write. Happy belated birthday Stacy and happy 15th anniversary. Wow, I can’t believe you’ve been married that long! Congrats! Sounds like you all are having a great time. Can’t wait to see all of your pictures when you get home. Savanna is already 4 months old and growing so quickly. Looking forward to seeing you in January. Enjoy your last month there!
Take care! Love to you,
Jen