Our 2010

Happy Christmas and a Wonderful New Year!
Our news is farther down, but first: a slide show for your viewing pleasure and some music for your ears!


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2010 has been somewhat of a whirlwind and has brought many changes here in the Polsfut home. We’re excited about what’s been going on and about what’s ahead!

Luther is our little mover and shaker! He is a very social little guy and loves to play with friends. He also loves cars, tools (specifically power ones), and all things Toy Story! Luther is always; on the move; climbing; opening things up/taking things apart; asking “wat dis? (what’s this?)” and trying out the new word. It’s hard to believe that a year ago he could really only say “mommy” and “daddy” and wasn’t even walking on his own. He’s certainly changed from our baby into our little boy!

Kelaiah began kindergarten this year! The transition was a little bumpy for the whole family, but we’re into a good routine now and Kelaiah is enjoying herself and doing well! She still loves to read and could settle down with a good book for a long while. The other day she sat on the sofa with a Winnie-the-Pooh novel and “read” to the three kids around her, who listened attentively to her story telling skills. This past year Kelaiah has really gained a heart for social justice and has, on her own, done some chores to make some money to buy an Easter meal at our local soup kitchen! She and Nate also volunteered there, which had a great impact on her. She is also very aware and concerned for other nations-our missionary in the making!

Nate spent a good chunk of this year renovating our kitchen, entryway and basement. There is still much work to be done- but our kitchen looks great and the rest is coming! Hopefully we’ll have a renter in the basement suite soon!
Nate joined Kelaiah and also began school this year! He has just finished up his first semester of his education degree and between his full course load (at which he’s getting great grades, I might add), working two jobs, renovating, and being an amazing dad- he is certainly welcoming the break! While he enjoyed all of his classes, Nate’s favourite this semester was “Cree”. We’ve all been practiced on and picked up a few words ourselves!

Erika has been keeping busy bussing kids around and working on several hobbies/business ventures including; refinishing cupboards for the kitchen; making and selling bath products; taking a doula course, attending births and working on her certification; and teaching 8 piano students. With Nate going back to school, Erika decided to baby-sit a couple of little ones on a regular part time basis. This number has now increase to four and so babysitting has become a full-time occupation once again!!! It’s not uncommon for Nate to come home to a house full of 6 kids running around playing. In spite of all the busyness, Erika had the opportunity to take the kids up to Fort Nelson B.C. over the summer holidays to visit her sister- a highlight of the year for sure!!!!

For this season of our family’s life, we’ve stepped back from many of our ministry responsibilities- we miss them dearly, but know that we’re in the right place for right now. We do still play on the family worship team-, which is always a lot of fun!

We serve an amazing King who came humbly to earth so many years ago to die that we may live. As we enter 2011, we pray that you would live life to the fullest and be blessed beyond measure!!!!

Much Love,
Erika, Nate, Kelaiah, and Luther