It is the 21st century.
So we had Christmas with our children and granddaughter. We had a great time taking turns opening presents. It is fun watching Ariana (almost three) sit calmly to open her gifts, then show it to everyone, then wait while others open gifts. Not the hurry-up we were used to with multiple children. We sipped coffee, ate scones and had a good time. When all the gifts were open, except for a few for Ariana, she was tired and ready for a nap. So we said goodbye, turned off the computer and straightened up. Yes, it is 2010. Casey was at our house in person. Greg, Tomoko and Ariana were virtually present via Skype. We are truly blessed to have this technology just when we have loved ones living 2500 miles away. We have skyped before, but usually it is like a video phone call. This was a virtual visit. We loved it. It was a new experience. More personal than I thought, and it felt much more real. Well, it was real, but maybe if you are near my age you know what I mean. If not.....
Today is the day after Christmas. Peggie is still suffering from her cold. Casey and I went to Nikki's(niece) to meet her new baby, Adam. Fearing we might carry germs, we did not touch him, but agreed he is a cutie. We were able to visit with relatives and had a good time. Peggie will have to arrange another visit when she feels better.
Yesterday, to make it easier on me fixing dinner (Peggie is sick, ya know) we changed our menu to Bill's chili and tamales instead of ham with all the usual fixin's. Smythes came over as per usual and we had a great time as per usual including breaking open Casey's new Apples to Apples game. Peggie was able to concoct a marvelous pitcher of marguaritas. Holiday cheer.
Peggie's birthday is the day after tomorrow. The fat quarters are pouring in. Pretty soon she may have several yards of fabric. If she can figure out a way to put it all together, that is. Perhaps a quilt or two. They are often constructed from several small pieces, aren't they?
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Nice post. Sorry Peggie is still feeling low. Mom and I bought our fabric, but Dave couldn't find one he liked, so Mary Beth is going to search for a couple of things he suggested and she thinks she can find. Liz and Vada have yet to get theirs. When we all have them, we'll mail them together, so you'll get a package with multiple fat quarters. I think you're right about the small pieces, by the way.
Bruce and Beth were here yesterday for a nice visit and lunch - chicken enchiladas - Yum! He's been having health issues and may retire this year. May, in fact, have already worked his last day and use sick days for the next few months if a doctor says he should. He has appts with several specialists in the first couple of weeks in January, to see if they can figure out what all his conditions are and what treatments they should pursue. They are so much fun to visit with - we all enjoyed it.
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