Raining Friends and Family

It's been said, "When it rains, it pours." Well, that's what's happened this month! I had the great privilege to have 3 old friends plus my dad visit over the course of 10 days! (Dad, notice I called my friends old, but not you.) :) Kelly came for a few days, then Jen & Brenda, then Dad. It was great to spend time with my girlfriends, sharing mothering struggles, reminiscing about old times, and just talking. Heath was even nice enough to give Jen and Brenda and me a kid-free day at the mall! Of all the blessings God gives, friends are one of the greatest. Plus, I get to see Dad again, with the rest of my family (except Michael) in just a few days. They're coming here for Christmas! December is turning into a very full month, busy and a bit exhausting, but I wouldn't trade it for the world!

First Snowfall!

We had our first snow day on December 5th! We ended up with a few inches, which lasted a couple days. Kelly and Ian Burtelson were visiting at the time. The boys had a great time playing, while Kelly and I froze. It was very pretty though. Then it got back up to the 60's a few days later. The weather sure doesn't get boring around here!

and the Season begins. . .

We spent Thanksgiving morning together making pages for our family "Thankfulness Notebook". Heath's parents hosted the big dinner for the McGrain side of the family, so we spent the afternoon and evening there. . . eating way too much delicious food! The day after Thanksgiving is our Christmas tree day. So we put up our artificial tree (pre-lit. Woohoo!!), and listened to the first Christmas music of the season. The boys were very fascinated with the lights and ornaments, and it was a really nice day together. Happy Holidays to you all!