Christmas Reflection

Picture includes me, Christa, Phil & Becky, Dan & Shelby, and David and his friend Eriana.



Rice Reflections from December 2009

Sid and Christa became “empty nesters” in August. We continue to adjust to this new phase of life, which includes, “date night every night”, Sid’s in town.
David joined in the tradition of his brothers and sisters-in-law heading off to the University of Oklahoma to begin his freshman year. He is pursuing a degree in Computer Science and is enjoying his course load. It is special to have all five children in Norman, Oklahoma, for the year.

Sid continues to serve with Literacy and Evangelism International for the fourth year. After earning his private pilot’s license in 2008, he followed up with his instrument rating this year. Now he can fly himself to visit churches and individuals to thank them for partnering in the ministry. He also traveled to Africa in May and June to visit LEI missionaries and affiliates there.

In August, Daniel and Shelby celebrated their first anniversary. Daniel continues his studies at the University of Oklahoma’s School of Construction Science. Shelby graduated from the OU School of Nursing in May 2009. They are living in Norman, Oklahoma, while Daniel finishes his studies and graduates in May 2010. They are active in their Norman church.

Christa began her 16th year of teaching, her 10th year in her present school. The fifth grade wing of the school was entirely renovated over the summer, and she has enjoyed getting to use the new and improved facility.

In October, the Rices gathered in Tulsa to celebrate Sid’s mom’s 90th birthday, and in November, Sid and Christa traveled to Florida to gather with the Weikal family to celebrate the wedding of Christa’s nephew, Chase, and his new wife, Kim. Both were very special family reunions.

This December Philip and Becky will celebrate their first anniversary. Philip works for an electronic parts company in Norman and also has his own guitar pedals business on line. Becky works with a bank in Norman. They are active in their church and continue to play beautiful music together.

In closing, we appreciate your friendship. You are in our hearts and in our fondest thoughts this Christmas season and we pray that God may richly bless you and yours in the coming New Year.
Love, Sid and Christa Rice