Richards' Dabble: Our December so far

December has been busy, as usual. The highlights, so far, have been the 316 Parent-teen ministry Christmas Party, my 20th Birthday party, Access Singles Ministry Christmas Banquet, and spending time with friends. Each year the Seniors at our church plan the 316 christmas party. This year the theme was "Christmas in New York City." Connor dressed up as the "brothas' from da hood," complete with do-rags, baggy pants, and XXL t-shirts. Kara and one of her friends, Helena, dressed up as punks with purple hair and fish net stockings. For my 20th birthday we had live music from Connor and his band. This was their first show and they were SO awesome!! Dad set up a disco ball and a green spotlight for their stage, so it was really like a concert haha. They played, "Lovers in Japan" by Coldplay, "We are One" by Switchfoot, "Sleigh Ride" by Reliant K, and their own rendition of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen." Thanks guys for playing!! Oh, and if anyone would like a signed copy of their new CD, I might be able to hook you up.......jk :) We also had ping-pong, foosball, basketball, and hang out time at my party. For my birthday with just our family we went out to Applebees' for lunch after church and then headed home to open presents. I was blessed with a new North Face Jacket (it's awesome...thanks Mom and Dad!!), a sweet Volcom purse from Connor and Kara, a new piece for my Christmas in the City village from Grandma and Grandpa, and some giftcards. Needless to say, it was GREAT 20th birthday!! Thank you everyone for making it so special! :) Saturday, the 20th, was the Access Christmas Party at church. All of us singles dressed up and enjoyed a very tasty dinner along with some wonderful musical performances.

We are all looking forward to Christmas day, when we will celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ!