The Kids and Santa

Thanks to the local Lion's Club, we have these wonderful photos of our kids with Santa Claus! Except for Lucy who couldn't go that night. The kids were each given presents that they LOVED! Thank you Lion's Club and also ShyVel Photography for these sweet gifts! And thank you to my niece Jasmine for the cute picture of Lucy! Merry Christmas everyone!

Rough times leave me grateful

The second half of this year was difficult for me. I had four trips to the hospital including a complete hysterectomy on October 18th and some other painful times and one very puzzling event in June.  I had help from some dear friends and Milly, my husband and other family members were troopers. Here's a picture of me in bed at home, where I was able to get some rest even though I'd left my glasses on, lol. This is to remind myself of how I can get through all things with the help of Christ who strengthens me. I'm SO grateful to HIM that the masses on the ultrasounds weren't cancer and I have many more years with my husband, kids and grandkids to look forward to!!!