Merry Merry

Christmas came and went with much joy here in the desert southwest. A smattering of snow fell Christmas day; nothing stuck, but we got to call it a “White Christmas.”

The kids had a wonderful time. Here is Allyson with the gift from Nathan, as well as slippers form Isaac and pajama pants made by Summer.
Here Ryan plays “Jumpin’ Monkeys,” a game we got from the Kimbers. Ryan is the best monkey jumper in the house, and the game is more fun than it really ought to be.

Isaac’s big present from Santa is this wood work bench. I put it all together after all the gifts were opened, causing me to quip, “I need a work bench to put the work bench together.” In the future, Santa will assemble his presents beforehand.

Thanks to all our family for both gifts (grandparents were, as always, generous and thoughtful, and Nathan, Heather and Dave, and Cheryl and Jason all gave some wonderful presents) and, more importantly, the great joy and love we share with you. The greatest gift we enjoy is found in our loved ones. And may you all have a happy and safe New Year.

And for all you chumps going back to work before mid-January, have fun at the office…