Happy Happenings.

We don't get to spend much time with Claire, so when Mike and Jenni asked us to watch her while they went out on a special date to Mike's company's Christmas party, we were delighted. She was so much fun, but now I remember what mother's of busy little almost two year olds do all day. The chase a one child destruction ball around picking up popcorn, DVDs, toys, and crayons. They watch Cars (only part way through until she loses interest) and Nemo. They read stories, or listen as she explains the pictures. Boy, Grandma's have to be on their toes!

These two really put on the Ritz. And look at that cute tmmy. We can hardly wait to see Addison Rae. Tuesday I turned 68, WOW! And what a wonderful day it was. My neighbors, who happen to be my visiting teachers, came for a visit at 8:30 A.M. to start theday out right. They brought a cake with a candle , homemade jam, and hot rolls. Umm Umm. We lit the candle, and Brian sang to me, to the tune of the Volga Boatman,"Happy Birthday. Happy Birthday. There is sadness in the air. People are dying everywhere. But Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday." We laughed. Many people sent their love through cards and phone calls. Then a delivery man showed up at the door with these beautiful flowers sent all the way from Alaska! I was so pleased and surprised. Thank you George and Sammie. You make me feel really special.