It started raining this afternoon and switched over to this sleety snow during the evening. I had to brush off Santa once–any weight knocks him down. I’ll turn off the electricity before bed, don’t want the weather to damage him overnight. They made their trip to see Santa tonight. I had to work and couldn’t […]
We went this morning for singing, eating, games, and fun. It was the usual sweaty fun time, did not disappoint. Alicia’s parents were there too, haven’t seen them in weeks, since the cabins were closed up, so that was a lot of fun. My grandson is way over on the right, beautifully singing with his
Last night we left for Grace and Juan’s housewarming party and left Maria and Kari in charge. They set up the Christmas Village. Back in the day I chose the Alps one–the Scandinavian village. Most of it has been discontinued, and that’s okay. I love it, plus have no more space anyway. This huge, obnoxious palm
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The tree is up and looking fine. Decorations are all in place. The kids helped. They knew how they wanted things. These guys are back: We took her with us to pick out a tree. She was here picking up her big sister, and she was wild and kind of demanding. It seemed like a
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Everyone showed up in a good mood, ready to eat and have fun. They were all excited to open presents. So many fun and thoughtful gifts–lots of fun. Guinea pig salt and pepper shakers! Lots and lots of Lego building happened: And video games: It’s the end of a beautiful Christmas, feeling so lucky for
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We headed to Mark and Barb’s for the feast and celebration: Fantastic food, agreeable company, wonderful day. Presents for the kids–they were delighted. Merry Christmas. Nothing but love, Love, Val
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It was a warm, rainy day, kind of weird weather, but that’s okay. It was a great party, lots of people happy to be there, delicious food, easy company. It’s Peppa Pig, so exciting. Thanks to Mom and Dad for hosting this fabulous party and Merry Christmas, love, Val
My kids, patiently posing for a picture before church Afterward, killing a bit of time before heading to my parents: And these lovely pictures, taken by others tonight, so incredibly sweet–all of them in a row in their pajamas for a quick wonderful second: And a beautiful picture of my mother from tonight. All kind
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Little Jay showed up here. He done took his finals and has to work and so forth, but he’s also kind of living as a free man for a few weeks. I heard his laugh from wherever I was in the house and it made me happy, come looking for him. Here he is meeting
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