Happy Holidays! We hope this finds you enjoying the extra love & merriment this season can bring. The Gilberts have had a full 2017, and we continue to stay busy with all that having a young family brings.
Myles is in 3rd grade, continues with karate and soccer, enjoys school, and is having a great year. He remains *mostly* healthy, full of zest for life, and adores being with family. Sydney is in 2nd grade, loves school (especially reading), continues with soccer and gymnastics, and is truly the best sister. She is thoughtful, quirky, kind, and silly. She loves writing us notes, which we often find all over the house. Ryker is in pre-K, can't wait to be in kindergarten at his big sibs' school, and is truly at the best stage. He is our explorer, loves learning about dinosaurs, bugs, robots, etc, enjoys digging in the dirt, has taken to drawing/coloring, is so proud to have recently learned to write his name, and says the funniest things. He played his first soccer season this fall, and although he wasn't the most aggressive of the bunch, he was out there with the biggest smile, and a true love for game day snacks. Ryker is empathetic, generous, cuddly, and loving. The kids spend lots of time in the cul-de-sac out front on their bikes and scooters, which we are looking forward to trading in for skis this winter!
Gilby left his staff position at Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association in January 2016 to be a stay-at-home dad, but has kept busy on a contract basis with RMDSA and other small groups primarily providing tech and creative support under his own business - No Worries Digital Solutions. With grace and patience, he balances the schedule of a very full family calendar while maintaining a professional outlet. He even squeezed in time to help coach Sydney's soccer team this fall. I continue to work as a social worker at Children's Hospital Colorado primarily in the Down syndrome clinic, and spend any free time volunteering at the kids' school or running to their activities.
In January 2017, Gilby and I took a leap of faith, and became foster parents. We first brought a newborn baby girl home and had the honor of caring for her during her first 6 weeks of life. After she left us to live with a relative, we welcomed a 2-year-old boy into our home. He has been with us since May and we care deeply for him and his future. In just one year, foster care has brought unexpected challenges and heartache, but also more joy than we could have anticipated.
We are so thankful for God's continued provision in our lives. Wishing you and yours the best.
Love,
Jocelyn & Family
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