2010

2010 in Review


Hello and Merry Christmas to all! Thanks for visiting this blog to read about the past year for the Truitt family. It has been a quick year. Time seems to have sped up more than usual this past year. But all in all it has been a great year and one that holds many happy memories for us.

When I look back on the beginning of 2010, John was using crutches and beginning physical therapy twice a week. He worked hard at home, doing an hour of exercises each day. In March, John was released from P/T and was told to run and play and be a kid. Through doing this, his right calf muscle has grown and will continue to grow over time. We are so pleased with his progress. He was able to run the mile run at school this year and plays regular soccer games with his father and brother (and believe me, they can be brutal.)

















John also began middle school this past fall and loves it. He loves the variety of the classes and the material they are learning. Science is his favorite class. With being in middle school, John's calendar of youth events really filled up as well. He loves being a part of the youth group at church and the Christian club at school. He's also playing the saxophone in band and singing in chorus this year.



























Josiah began his year being his brother's helper and praying lots for John's recovery. He also played Upward Basketball in the winter and Upward Football in the fall. He wants to try wrestling, ice hockey, soccer, karate, etc., etc., etc. He really enjoys his sports. He is very passionate and determined in all that he does. He works hard at his schoolwork and is very interested in spelling every possible word he can think of. Josiah will be getting baptized on Jan. 2 this year.


















Highlights of the year for our family:

-Coordinating the Broad Street Talent Show
-Monthly Kidjam productions at Elmwood Elementary
-Coordinating a block yardsale
-Balloon decorating jobs (doing arches and columns for weddings and special events)
-Fellowship of Christian Magicians' Conference in Indiana
-3 weeks In Delaware/Ocean City, MD
-Balloon parties, teaching classes, grand openings, programs
-visit from the Children's Home Director in Mexico
-small group Memorial Day camp-out

















For Beth:
-going to Zumba
-the Women's Retreat at McBIC
-Beautiful Ones Conference at Global Awakening
-participating in the Healing Prayer Ministry at church
-Jump Team




















For Dave:
-Coordinating the Engage Children's Ministry Conference at West Shore E-Free
-twisting balloons twice/month at Red Robin
-Volunteering at the Orange Conference in Atlanta
-Continuing to work as Children's Pastor at McBIC and getting to share God's love with the kids and families there








For John:
-trip to DC for his 12th birthday





















For Josiah:
-laser tag party for his 9th birthday

A highlight for the boys:
They had their first balloon job without their parents when they twisted at the Fairy Festival put on by the Rosemary House. They did great!







We also had some sweet visits with our extended families and really enjoyed those times.

God has been moving in exciting ways at our church and in our community. It has been incredible to have a front row seat to witness the healings and freedom that people are finding in Christ. It has been a huge faith builder and hope builder for me to see God's power in greater and also very personal ways. I am excited to see what He will do this year. Nothing is beyond His ability. Nothing is impossible with Him. I pray that whatever you are facing this season, that you would look up and reach out your hand and allow God to meet you and love you right where you are. He loves you so much, and He does not disappoint! He is always there for us.

Christmas blessings,




The Truitt's