We had a great time visiting with Roy Lee, Waverly and their two kids, Justus and Kinzee on Christmas Eve. J & K are hysterical and very fun to talk with, as are their parents. It's weird to see them so 'grown up' as the last time I saw them they were still in grade school - now I think they are in high school & middle school. Anyway, they had some funny stories about their lives on the ranch.
After they went home to wait for Santa, we opened our gifts. It was a nice time, very small and low key; it has been about 16 years since I have been in New Mexico at my grandparents for Christmas. I'm glad we made it down.
Mom (Margie)
Grandpa (JT)
Grandma (Lillie Belle)
Dad (Doug)
Bryan
Pressie did wonderful, she still tried to hide and make herself as small as possible but she loosened up some, allowing the kids to pet her and walking around a bit. Jake (Mom's dog) got two chew bones from Grandpa for Christmas and 'graciously' shared one with Press. We really didn't think she'd take it but she surprised us and did. Guess Jake taught her something afterall.
Jake and her gift
Pressie and her bone
Christmas dinner was good too; ham with all the trimmings. Grandma & Grandpa braved the wind and cold to join us for the feast. Too bad it takes so long to prepare it and such a short time to consume everything. As always, we had too much (Thank God for this blessing) and stuffed ourselves.
(R to L) Mom, Bryan, Grandpa, Dad & Grandma
Christmas Dinner
As this holiday season comes to a close, I thank God for everything he has done for us this past year. The courage he has given us to give up our home & jobs in Washington to move closer to family, our health, our wealth (such as it is) and our friends and family. We place our trust in God this coming year and wish you all of his blessings as well.
Merry Christmas (a little late).
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