Let the Games Begin….

Our grandkids from CA. arrived on Dec. 14th along with their mom Carola and the activities began… no time to waste!

G.pa Thompson enlisted the kids into washing our vehicles so they could earn some spending money.

Nick was quite happy to do his part…

attempts at an early morning bike ride :)

Then there was the coconut milk….

you know G.ma had to take them to see the Giraffes at the Naples Zoo!

 special breakfasts- Emily is a great helper!

Andrea and Steve made Quiche’

Carola made her special French Toast…

 On to Gingerbread houses- G.ma helped Nick with his house…

G.pa, with his Gingerbread house expertise, was Hailey’s general contractor!

 

 Emily with her finished product…

Joyful… Joyful….

December brings memories and special time with friends and family…

My Uncle Blane came for a visit and while here we went to see my Aunt Jennie again.

 I can’t say enough about her beautiful spirit and love of life and the Lord. She is an inspiration to all of us…

Sue & Donna enjoying 5th Ave.

A fun lunch outing with my friend~ Debra

 My Aunt Wilma & husband Roy stopped by and we were able to spend an enjoyable evening together…

 Amanda just had her baby girl a month early and she is so small. We have watched Amanda grow up and now she is a mom herself! Way to go!

Think about your blessings this time of year! Each day is a gift- I learned that from my Aunt Jennie :)