Jan..

the bleak mid winter.. not so bad when the sun comes out but when it doesn't well.. it is freaking bleaky... tonight we stay in and have comfort food.. (again????) and watch sherlock holmes, travel channel and the last sing off. we have heat, jobs, and a healthy family. We are blessed.

And at night, most every night, I am praying for all their wishes and dreams to come true.

Happiest of New Years

Stay safe.. Be thankful. Strive for the best. I will try. xxxxxxxxxx

Dec. 29th, 2009

Cold, yes... was it really 2 weeks ago that we were on the beach in Mexico?
Amazing, the changes, really.
So great to have had everyone home for Christmas. We did very litle, except relax and enjoy.
Nora was the star of the show, followed by Quinn and Cole. All of our girls were home. A great gift to me and Dave. Hope we have others as nice, here in the future.
We are truly blessed. Now on to the New year, 2010.

Christmas Eve 2009

Just in from Christmas Eve service with the family. Coe and Quinn were so good only surpassed by Nora Jane (8 weeks today.). Both boys were allowed to come sit with me, it was great. Nice to have everyone home. Received communion and then sang some songs. I had dinner ready and then suggested we take the traditional family picture. Well, we got it done with a few changes in personality. Hope it comes out. One for the book. Had a nice dinner and now hopefully we will settle in for a story from Dad/Pop, A Night Before Christmas. Kiddos, grand kiddos on his lap.
Off to do stocking and await Santa. Peace.

Christmas..

Everyone arrived home safely tonight! All of my Christmas wishes have come true. :)

Ooooh Mexico

Lots happening this week. Our 35th anniversary/wedding trip to Playa del Carmen. Dave gets to see the Mayan Ruins, a dream of his.
I have shipped or scheduled the last of packages until I return.
The kids are all coming home for Christmas, which actually is the big excitement of the holiday season.
We also have booked a lovely beachfront house at my/our favorite place in the world. Made even better that our family will join us. The kiddos, our grandkids will all be there, some will run on the sand bars and the others will be held by loving arms. My girls will all be there to enjoy it. Tom, PJ and Dave have taken vacation time. A great event to look forward to to celebrate Keely's 30th. Lots to do before Christmas but all good things on the list.

Life is good. Thank you God for these gifts. Saying my prayers that all get what they most need and hope for this holiday season and coming New Year.

ok, ok, ok

Sadly, I can't be everywhere and do everything I want to but I can try and offer advice and prayers. Sheesh. Had a great birthday and some very special moments with Dave and friends. My kids chipped in and gave me art supplies to go with my new easel. Some day soon. Nora Jane, my sweet grand daughter sent me a ohoto mug. I love it. I received a great book from Dave and some lovely flowers and a wonderful card. I love it!!! Everyone sang happy birthday to me. All in all a good birthday. Lots of prayers to be offered up of late. We are blessed. Dave tells me Mexico soon. He is so excited. I know I will be but for now it is make the gifts, bill the gifts and deliver and ship the gifts. In between cook the food, clean the house and try and coordinate Christmas. I have my card s done. yes!! I have a short gift list. Yes!! I will have to be organized to be able to accomplish all that I have to do. For tonight I am saying prayers and going to bed.