Hello From Roseburg!

James Riley Cannaday - Age: 11

Margaret and I got a really nice Christmas card from Dawn today with an updated picture of our grandson Riley and his brother Dylan. Dawn wanted our email address to send more pictures of Riley. This has been something that we have been praying about for years that maybe we would be able to see Riley again. Dawn emailed us with a very possitive letter stating that when we are up in Newberg again she would bring Riley by for us. God's blessings. Lloyd

Colorado Cannadays

Well this will be my first posting, be kind.

Oh Colorado, what is said to be the snowy state is lacking much. Our weather has been so wonderful that our windows have been open during the day but as such our Christmas was rather 'un'Christmasy. Grace had a blast opening presents and was filled with many an oooh and plenty of squeals. She had also asked Santa, when met at the army Christmas party, for cake. Sure enough (s)he came through and Grace had a piece of cake waiting for her on Christmas morn.

Chris will be leaving for a school down south for a couple weeks in January so it will just be the kids and I (not to mention our dogs!). He is doing well providing for his family while I concentrate on school and the raising of the kids (and dogs!).

Our house is constantly going through remodel, always a wanted or needed improvement. Chris just built us a new table and while it saves us space it also looks very nice (don't tell him, don't want a building ego).

My family in Amity has suffered a recent lose of a beloved animal. Even here in Colorado, and Australia where my sister is currently, the effects are felt greatly. Please keep us in your thoughts.

I do suppose that is it. One day I will figure out pictures, till then just visit my facebook. Christmas pictures up soon!

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR FAMILY!

Margaret and I would like to wish you all a Merry CHRISTmas. May our Lord continue to bless each and everyone of you. And always remember... Jesus is the Reason for the Season.  Love Always, Lloyd, Margaret, Trey, Bill, Amy, Jack and Sammy

Jack's First Christmas Program

We all had a lot of fun watching Jack's first Christmas program tonight. Jack is the one in the green and black striped pajamas.

Jesus Loves The Little Children Of The World

ABOUT THIS VIDEO

Please donate to St. Jude's in memory of Dax: http://tiny.cc/m1mdo This song is inspired by the true story of Dax Locke, who was was diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia at 13 months old. The doctors told his parents that Dax would most likely not make it to see Christmas. Dax did lose his battle with Leukemia, but not before he got to see one last Christmas. Today, this little boy's legacy lives on, and his parents are making sure it does. This Christmas, it is on my heart to join forces with the Locke family, and help them in their cause. I would like to encourage you to join us in raising money that will go to an amazing cause in St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. To read more of Dax's story click here. Together, we can reach this goal -- and fund St. Jude's for an entire day in Dax Locke's memory! -Matthew West

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A friend of mine sent me this video about a little boy by the name of Dax Locke who died of a rare form of leukemia on December 30th 2009. Often times, during the Christmas holiday, we tend to forget about those that are hurting and less fortunate then we are. I have a hard time thinking about any problems that I may have when I can look around and see small children that will never have the opportunity to grow up and enjoy all of the blessings that God has given each and everyone of us.

Please join me in prayer for all of the young children of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Pray for all of the parents that are grieving for the loss of their children to cancer. God bless you. Lloyd