Happy New Year!

Holly Jolly Trolley Ride

This Christmas Greg's Mom and Dad drove from Ohio to celebrate with us. We had a merry good time! On their last evening with us, we took them to downtown St. Augustine. We went on the Holly Jolly Trolley Ride that takes you around St. Augustine at night to see all the beautiful lights that make up the Nights of Lights. We all received 3D glasses to see the lights in a more elaborate and festive way. We sang songs and enjoyed a cool evening (figuratively and literally) on our tour.

Merry Christmas!

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace..."

Romans 15:13a

*Photos by Lauren E. Sykes

Last Weekend

Gabby and Matthew participated in their first piano recital. The party was for the students only. Their piano teacher said they did wonderful. Here they are all dressed up after the fun time at the party.

Winter Wonderland
Gabby and Greg Ice Skating

Gabby, Matthew, Greg and I all had a turn on the Ice Slide

All aboard!

Reindeer Run & Christmas Parade

This year Matthew wanted to participate in the Reindeer Run. The Reindeer Run starts 5 minutes before the annual St. Augustine Christmas Parade. Participants run the Parade route which is approximately 1.5 miles long. Last year Matthew sat in the stroller with Alex while Mommy, Daddy and Gabby ran. He was excited about running it this year. We almost did not go when we woke to rain. We decided at the last minute to chance it and I am glad we did. The rain stopped and we were able to participate as a family in a fun race. The parade route was lined with people who clapped and cheered on all the runners as we went by. Matthew ran the whole race with the exception of one short 20 second, I'm-tired-can-we-slow-down-walk and then was back at it again. I think some of the cheering spurred him on.

Gabby took off and Greg stayed with her. The girl is like a gazelle. It looks effortless when she runs. Unfortunately, they were so far ahead of us that I did not get any pics of her running this year.

Matthew approaching the finish line, while Daddy and Gabby cheer him on.

Congrats Matthew on your first Reindeer Run! Great job Gabby, who shaved 2 minutes off her time this year!

Green Belt

Last weekend Matthew tested for his Green Belt. He did excellent! He broke a board with his foot. He really enjoys Karate and was looking forward to getting his green belt. We are so happy for Matthew and his achievements in Karate. Congratulations Matt!

Happy 10th Anniversary!

To my love, best friend and soul mate...Happy 10 years of marriage as one in Christ!

"So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate."

Matthew 19:6

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love."

1 Corinthians13:13

Lately...

Happy Belated Veterans Day! We are so thankful for the men and women who serve and have served our country. We are honored to display the American flag in your honor.

A sweet couple from our church exchanged wedding vows earlier this summer in a small front yard ceremony with just close family and friends. Patty and Jim wanted to have a fun-filled celebration/reception with more family & friends and we celebrated in style. They had a barn dance and BBQ. We had a blast! All the pictures were taken by our good friend Lauren with the exception of the last two. Thanks LES! By the way, who looks better in the cowboy hat Greg or Allison?

Photo by Gabby Davis of Alex & Lauren

How sweet is this!


Twice a year Gabby's ballet class allows parent viewing. I was able to go and take pics and video of her. She is enjoying her time in ballet and is doing so well.

Fall in Oil City, PA Part 2

Cousin Pam, Michelle, Gabby, Lindsey, Mom & Allison

Oil City, PA

Greg, Todd, Mom, Dad & Shaun





The Davis Clan



Cousins Lindsey & Gabby!

Fall in Oil City, PA

Oil City, PA is where Greg was born and raised. We went back in October to attend the funeral of his Uncle and be with family and friends. This was the kids first experience of a northern fall. The trees were magnificent! Here are some pictures we captured of Alex playing in the leaves of this beautiful tree with his Grandpa Davis.