Last year we didn't go anywhere for Christmas and no one came to visit either. I said I didn't EVER want to do that again. Fred and I had made plans to drive to San Luis Obispo for Christmas to see old friends and visit our "beginning". But one day at work I just happened to look at Southwest flights to Denver and they were $44 to and $69 back. Well those San Luis Obispo plans went out the window.
I'm at work today trying to blog about our trip and feeling frustrated with the process so you are seeing our trip in reverse.
This is Sunday morning before church. Looking all cozy. It's because I've downloaded a game for Marissa on my Tablet. Don't be fooled, but she is definitely cozier with me than in years past which makes me so happy.
This is the Christmas dress I bought Marissa while we were in San Antonio with Scott and Jess.
I just fell in love with it and had to buy it.
On Saturday we went to Cave of the Winds. It was actually warmer inside the caves. Fred and I just do not like the cold weather. Maybe we are just getting old. It was just as cold back in St. George while we at Shannon's. The deciding factor in purchasing this picture was Marissa.
We stopped at McDonalds after the Caves.
Happy Grandpa
YUM YUM
Fred is always on the floor with the kids. I'm always on the couch. I'm not sure what good I am.
Oh I do wash all the dishes while I visit.
Blake got all building toys for Christmas.
We got Blake a big art set that he shared with Marissa.
Marissa got this great big doll house.
Friday morning both kids went to school and preschool for parties.
This is the home where Marissa goes for daycare/preschool.
Marissa wanted to paint my toenails.
When Blake saw what was going on, he wanted in on the action.
Marissa didn't go to daycare on Thursday so she got to come with Shannon to pick us up at the airport. We stopped at Firehouse Subs for lunch. Look at that face. She is such a dolly!
My Happy Place ~ in the back seat of the car next to Marissa.
We had a wonderful time together. We feel very comfortable there. Brian always makes great food. He bakes us homemade bread, homemade brownies and buys us Blue Bell ice cream. Lots of it.
What more could we ask for?
Shannon and I get to spend lots of time together. We talk a lot and I love that.
She is not only my daughter, but one of my best friends.
1 comment:
This is wonderful! Last year we were alone for Christmas too and I hated it. I’m so glad you found that airfare miracle and could go to Shannon’s. I can relate with you and Marissa and I’m so happy she’s getting so close to you. Claire was the same way, she wouldn’t even make eye contact with me, but now I’m her best friend. My computer needs a repair (after New Years?) and then I’m looking forward to getting back to blogging! Happy New Year!
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