Look out. As soon as one teenager moves out, another moves up in the ranks. That’s right–P. Stephen is thirteen.

Here, Judi and Derek are having a deep, philosophical conversation.

It was especially sweet this year because cousins made the trip to Illinois! This was surely a highlight for Peter.

Jake face-timed with us while Peter opened his presents. Not quite as good as having him here in person, but still fun to have him join us through the screen.

Molly enjoyed the extra attention she received from her cousins.

Peter and Hannah found a tree to climb after church. Love the friendship these two have!

Unfortunately, when Peter’s actual birthday rolled around, he was under the weather. Birthday pancakes with a fever…

Molly did her best to raise his spirits.

Thankfully, the sickness was short-lived and he was soon back to normal so he could enjoy his teenage-dom. We are so proud of this guy and look forward to seeing how God grows him and uses him in the years to come.