Bye 2025

2025 has been a year of changes and travels (Helen GA, Boston MA, Paris France, Alaska, Ft Lauderdale FL, and San Antonio TX) for the Farrell family. We have lengthened our stride. 

Renee' has experienced a year of growth through with "faith evolutions" scattered throughout the year. There have been many times I felt alone, yet on the same hand buoyed up by my Heavenly Father. I am hoping to become better than I was and to more trust in God's timing and path for my life. I have not accomplished anything spectacular but I have made it through the year still smiling. 

 Jake is still serving and bishop, which he so very much enjoys. He leads with love (words someone used to describe him in November) not only Heavenly Father’s Bartlett ward but in our home. He has developed a new liking for trucks after owning one for a year now. He especially likes the get up in it because it’s electric. 

Ginny, the traveling queen this year! Ginny worked full time up through May and decided she wanted to temp to allow her to travel more and be off when she wanted and she did just that. She ventured to Boston MA, Paris France, and little weekend getaways. 

Aubree has made her way back from Utah to Tennessee and is enrolled in the nursing program at UTHSC. Being back here may not be her favorite but we enjoy seeing her more and see her continue to blossom into a beautiful adult. Her days seem to spent either at school, studying, or at the gym. She is a dedicated to getting her RN. Aubree ended the year with knee surgery (torn meniscus) and is non-weight bearing for six weeks….she is not enjoying that. 

Will got his braces off and is one handsome boy. He loves Chick Fil A, maybe a little too much. He is working towards preparing for a mission and rounding out his senior year of high school. Will has learned to value the temple. One of my favorite moments from this year was seeing he and his dad (we have plenty of young men but it was a moment for them together) bless the sacrament together.

 Christopher lives his best life. He is learning to drive and that is an adventure for us all. He is extremely cautious and tries to avoid driving when we allow him. Christopher is a gatherer of people and enjoys getting his friend group together as often as possible. 

2025 brought laughter, growth, and memories for our family. We count ourselves fortunate this year and continually pray for our loves ones who may not have experienced different overall feelings. May we all continue to see the Lord's tender mercies in our lives and turn to Him. Let us allow His grace to transform us and make us whole. We are excited to see 2026 has in store for our tribe.