Pictures of last weeks Celebrations!!

One last Kiss!

Dad and Grandma leaving at the airport!

Dad and Grandma Bixby left yesterday afternoon. Grandma forgot her passport so we had some fun searching, but in the end, they made it in plenty of time. In Dulles, they were upgraded to business! Dad said there was 2 feet between Grandma all-stretched-out and the next seat. They are safe and sound at home in Bordeaux now.

Papi Says Good-bye to Stefan

Happy First Birthday, Corban!

One year ago today he was born, one year ago tomorrow they brought him home! How exciting--God is so good!

One Year!!

Today Samuel Corban Bixby turns ONE!!

Mommy and Daddy are unabashedly bias!!

Want to come and have some cake???

I would love to give you a great BIG kiss!!!

In the Parsonage

We are excited to give you a virtual tour of our new home! After nearly 3 years of labor (much of which was done by CPBC members), the parsonage was declared "livable" by Spartanburg County on December 28th, a few hours after which we enthusiastically moved in. The home is like new on the inside, and is far too luxurious for missionary deputees! ;-)

We were very excited to be able to host a church-wide open house last night following all the installation activities. The last few pics were taken at that event.

We leave this Saturday for our first big trip (GA/FL).

"I like being clean!"

Here's a shot of Stefan in Papi's arms after Mommy gave him a bath. Notice him clasping his hands in a praying position. No, we didn't even manipulate his hands!

Cutie Pie!

Grandma and Papi are Loving Every Minute!

It is hard to believe that our time in the states in coming to an end soon. It has been wonderful and we have "eaten up" every moment we have had with our 8 grandchildren. You are the bestest and so are your parents! It is going to be hard for Papi to leave next Wednesday.

Announcing "Hanson Happenings"!

Just in case you didn't get the word, we have created a blog for our family. To see Hanson Happenings, click here. Stay tuned to the latest news, because there's something always happening in the Hanson home.

New Year's Eve @ MSBC

New Year's Eve Party was a lot of fun. Jeremy did an excellent job hosting, the games were fun (and funny), the food was good, the testimonies sweet, and the prayer earnest. It was fun to have family with us. Pat Berryman made a video of the evening. One can gather that he used a lot of Grandpa Bixby's photos because there are a lot of Bixbys in the video! I love the closing shot of Corban sleeping, but it cuts off a little too soon.

Here's the link. Enjoy!

The Two Worlds of Jennie!

Fine China and pacifiers! She is a wonder at mixing the two.

Reading with Grandma!

One of my very favorite things in life--the joy of learning to read. They both are doing great, too.

Together in Rockford!

Here are some shots taken yesterday. We had a wonderful day. It was great to see Bob's new church building and see lots of people we know there, too. Then we came home for a wonderful meal à la Jennie. In the evening, we celebrated Christmas together. You have to guess who is taller--Brenda or Elise--since the tops of their heads are not there!

....and more snapshots

Snapshots of Stefan

Stefan Comes Home!

Stefan left the hospital with us at about 10:30 A.M. on Saturday to make his journey to 20 Kendal Green. We are all glad to be out of the hospital and back home.

Day 2!

Don't you all just wish you could hold him? He is a sweetie!

The two new Mommies with their new babies!