Merry Christmas

We celebrated Christmas on the 23rd this year.  It was the first time in 6 or 7 years that we were able to have all the grandkids together to celebrate.  Of course, I forgot to take photos.......oh well....I have my memories.

It was interesting this year.  The girls are adults, married with children.  The sons in love were here, and all the adults were kicking back talking stories of years gone by.  Stories of high school, trouble we got into, and the like.  I learned some things about my kids that honestly, I didn't need to know, but it felt wonderful sharing the special time.  I have a whole new understanding for how Noni felt when she, Tracy and I sat in the kitchen sharing a bottle of wine and talking.  This time, I was Noni.....and I loved it.

The kids were loud, but they were upstairs.  A few times the dogs were up there with them and it sounded like a heard of elephants going through the ceiling.  It was wonderful.  These are the memories I cherish.  Everyone together, having a blast, and just being a family.  I am blessed. 

We started making plans for New Year's Eve.  This year we will do it at my place, because I have the room, and I love having them all around, and honestly, ringing in the New Year with a bunch of sugared up small(ish) people is my idea of heaven.  When we get up in the morning, I can make pancakes and stuff for breakfast, because let's face it Grandma makes the best pancakes ever.....and I was given a new griddle for Christmas.  Our old one finally died.  Lord knows it was put to good use. 

I've been putting the house back in order today, after the festivities last night, and I'm wondering if I can take the tree down?  I mean, Christmas is over at our place, and the tree does take up a lot of space.  Decisions, decisions. 

I think I'll close here and wish you all a Merry Christmas.  Remember, Jesus is the Reason for the Season!