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Greetings
from Kathy, Jerry, & Jenna - 2009
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Celebrating a
Year of Joy and Surrender !
As
we reflect on this year, we are grateful for the many JOYS shared
with Jenna, family, and friends and for the blessing of fortitude to
face challenges with hope and trust.
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The
"first seasons" of 2009 brought valued quiet and family
time. Jenna had multiple febrile seizures requiring visits to
hospitials and doctors for tests through April. We praise God
that she has been free of febrile seizures since last January and
trust that she will outgrow them.
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One
of our favorite Jenna moments during this time was when we went to
St. Alexius Medical Center. When we approached the Main
Entrance, there was a very tall Jesus statue that welcomes you to the
hospital. Jenna exclaimed, "Wow! Look at our Big
Jesus!" She shared a powerful reminder to Jerry and I that
we have Jesus who loves and cares for us, remaining by our side
regardless of how "big" or "small" our needs.
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This
spring, Jerry began praying and searching for his next job
opportunity after working for Motorola for 15 years. We are
grateful for the many doors that opened expecially opportunities to
meet many talented people through various organizations with a
genuine care to help and encourage others (ie. Our Parish family and
various Work Ministry Programs, Career Centers, Job Circles,
Professional Development meetings/workshops, and Toastmasters.)
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In
March, Jerry was grateful to attend our parish "Light of the
World" retreat and be part of the team while reflecting on God's
will for our family. (www.lotwem.org)
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A
"new door" opened in July for Jerry to pursue consulting
at Abbott Laboratories as a business analyst implementing a
Pharmacy Solution for specialized customers that concluded in
October. He also participated in the Field Day exercise with
Motorola Amateur Radio Club to promote emergency preparedness.
See video of the day and visit from
Jenna:
(www.tiny.cc/K9MOTfielday2009)
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During
this year and as we await Jerry's next opportunity for the New Year,
attending mass more frequently, adoration, confession, and the love
and encouragement of family and friends has strengthened our family
and helped us keep a positive, hopeful perspective to bear the
sacrifices and be grateful for our many blessings.
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Jenna
enjoyed opportunities to explore gymnastics, swimming, and
"Mommy & Me" dance class. She likes to learn
through music and decorates our home frequently with her art
projects. Jenna enjoys doing puzzles and playing the organ when
visiting Grandmama & Papa Kumorek and flying a kite along with
baking Christmas cookies for the first time with Grandma Kay.
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Kathy
started some homeschooling fun with Jenna this spring, enjoyed
watching Jenna help mommy babysit, and spoke at a couple of MOMs
groups about two treasures of our Catholic faith, Eucharistic
Adoration and the Divine Mercy Devotion. In the fall, Kathy traveled
to La Crosse, WI to visit the Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine and also
enjoyed a family outing to the La Salette Shrine for the
"Festival of Lights" in December.
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We
enjoyed many family adventures together especially spending special
time with family and friends as our photo collage will portray even
better than words. Jenna's favorite outings included Brookfield
Zoo, going to the "Bell Tower" at the Chicago Botanical
Gardens, riding the choo-choo at the Royal Oaks Farm, and hiking at
various Nature Centers after some puppet/craft time together.
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We
are thankful to our Lord for growing our trust in Him and offer
prayers for others who also seek strength and hope. May He also
bless a joint campaign to welcome others home to the beauty and
appreciation of the Catholic
faith.
(http://www.catholicscomehome.org/)
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May
2010 be a year of peace & joy for you and those you love!
A
Prayer for Baby Jesus (By Mary Lou Andes)
Little
Baby Jesus, sleeping on the hay,
Please
listen, Baby Jesus, to what I have to say.
I
know you are God's precious Son, whose love will never end.
Happy
Birthday, Jesus! You are my special friend.
I
want to ask you for a gift for families tonight.
Fill
their homes with peace and love. Bring them all your light.
Give
all the children of the world, a brand new set of eyes,
To
hope and dream of what can be, to choose what's good and wise.
Give
the world a brand new start, where we can all be friends.
Joining
hands around the earth in love that never ends.
Finally,
Baby Jesus, we pray that we may be,
Mirrors
of your shining love, for all the world to see!
AMEN!
Photo
Collage - 2009
"Seasons of Blessings"
Winter
Happy Birthday
Cake for Jesus |
Train Trip to
Winter Wonderland |
Jenna Ballerina |
Everybody Dance! |
A Sweet Treat
for Grandmama |
Say Cheese! |
A Valentine Smile |
Cuddle with
Grandma Kay |
Prayer Time |
Spring
Taking
Care of Baby |
Jenna
the Cowgirl |
Nature
Time Together |
Japanese
Festival at Botanical Gardens |
Rocket
Time |
Easter
Chickie |
Summer
Singing Jenna |
Little People Playtime |
Puppet Time at
Nature Center |
Gymnastics Time |
Giddy Up & Smile |
Painting a
Bird House |
Daddy & Me |
Papa & Me |
Bambi & Me |
Let's Play the Organ! |
Summertime Smile |
Birthday Sundae |
Tigger & Me |
Family Party |
Tigger Time in
4 Acre Wood |
Jenna's 3rd
Birthday Collage |
Flyin' High in
My Airplane |
I Play the
Violin Like Mommy |
This Little
Light of Mine... |
Snowstorm in Summer |
Cat in the Hat Dance |
My Horsey at
Woodstock Square |
Treat at
Parish Picnic |
Home on the Range |
Fall/Winter
Fall Hello |
Soccer Smile
with My Godmother |
I Love Trains
at the Farm |
A Smile with
My Godfather |
I Love Pickles! |
My Cousins
& Me |
School Bus
with Mommy |
A Pumpkin Smile |
Winnie the
Pooh Smile |
My Pumpkin |
Let's Smile
for Ice Cream! |
Mommy & Me
Dance Class |
Breuss Family
Thanksgiving Reunion |
Rockin' with Jack |
St. Nicholas
& Me |
My Advent Wreath |
Cookie Time
with Grandma Kay |
A Joyful Time
in the Snow |
Christmas
Smiles by Year
For
more smiles shared with family & friends throughout the year,
browse our Photo albums available at our website(s):
http://breussfamily2008.shutterfly.com/
www.kathyjerrybreuss.shutterfly.com
Jenna's
2nd year video and Blog: www.jenna.breussfamily.com
Have
a Blessed Year |
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