Mom’s 70th Birthday

We gathered at the local Applebee’s to celebrate a milestone birthday. Happy 70th Mom!

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Charissa and Kalista enjoyed the balloon lady.

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Melissa was still recuperating from her surgery and Austin wasn’t feeling well, so they weren’t able to join us. Feel better soon guys.

A “Souper” Christmas

We had a wonderful Christmas 2014. Nearly everyone was able to make it to Mom’s house for the big day. We missed Samantha, Tae, and Melina, but hopefully they will be able to join us next year!

Christmas dinner featured a soup buffet, a very creative meal that was enjoyed by all.SDC11836 SDC11837

Notable events included Alicia graduating to the grown-up table (yay!), three sick kids who had to wear masks, and a trip to see “Into the Woods”.

Merry Christmas all, and see you next year!

Thanksgiving 2014

Everyone gathered at Mom’s house for our Thanksgiving feast. Well, almost everyone. Larry had an opportunity to spend Thanksgiving in Texas with an author he has supported for a while, and Melissa and Austin spent Thanksgiving in West Virginia on a mission trip.

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There was plenty to eat . Charissa took the logical step of weighing herself before and after eating to monitor her food intake!

The most exciting  that happened was that the next generation has taken over the cleanup duties!

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So, that was our Thanksgiving. See everyone at Christmas!