Christmas wish

This time of year it is easy to become distracted with all the events surrounding the holidays and Christmas. As we reflect on our past year, and as Christmas and the new year approaches, we are going to to remember the things we are thankful for and to make a conscious effort to remember the "reason for the season". What a joy it is to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, and he has been our rock through the good and the bad that has surrounded Maddy's arrival. Without Christ as our rock through the trying times, I do not think we could have maintained a positive outlook during Maddy's stay in the hospital, and we easily could have become discouraged and resentful for the events surrounding her birth. As I reflect on Maddy's birth, I can only imagine what it was like on the day that Jesus was born. Just holding Maddy in my arms and thinking about our savior as a child paints such a beautiful picture in my mind.

As Christmas approaches, I would like you to consider one question. Are you going through the Christmas motions because you are following what our culture suggests, or because you truly believe that Christ was born onto this earth so that you can live?

If you or any of your friends do not know what it is like to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, it is our Christmas wish you will be able to experience this joy, and share in our joy this holiday season.

Merry Christmas
JAM (Jesse Ashlyn & Madalyn)

Thanksgiving (belated post)

Our little girl is so much fun and has brought untold joy into our lives. Her smiles and laughter melts both of our hearts. This Thanksgiving, we are so thankful for the support system that we have, including our family and friends, as well as people that we do not even know that have touched our lives by keeping up with our blog. Maddy has been such a blessing since she was born, and even through the challenges, we feel extremely blessed. We hope you enjoy the latest pictures and videos of our baby girl!

if you are friends with Jesse on facebook, there are a few new pics there as well!