This snowman may look "cool" but it was pretty warm on the coast for New Year's and felt like spring when we went out for a walk. New Year's Greetings from Hannah, Joshua, MaryAlyce and Esther Marie to you and yours!
Well, I am a little "late" with this wish for a "Happy New Year" but since it's still the beginning of January, I figure it's okay to post this cute graphic. We were visiting my brother on the coast...we headed his way on New Year's Eve. When we got there, we had a party outside because the weather was not that cold. He has one of those neat copper fire-pits, so we built a fire and gathered round. We roasted hot dogs and made S'mores and the kids (and adults) ate more than their fair share! Later, we came inside to play games and have some fun. The kids almost made it until midnight but when crankiness set in, we sent them to bed around 11:00. Uncle Patrick doesn't have television so we missed the ball dropping in Times Square. I'm sure it was about the same as every year though so we didn't miss much.
We were supposed to head on out on Friday to see Grandma and Grandpa, but the next morning I woke up sick with some type of virus..and I wish I had NOT enjoyed the hot dogs and S'mores so much the previous night. I am sure you get the picture! UGH! We ended up staying longer...through Sunday, traveling home that night. Monday the kids were off school and they started back yesterday. They were excited to get back to school so they could see their friends and exchange excitement with them over Christmas presents. Now we are back to the reality of a "normal" schedule and homework each night. Ahhh the joys of school!
We did enjoy a lazy visit with Patrick listening to old Christmas records (yes, I said records as in LP's), playing games, watching Christmas movies, reading and just talking and visiting. He lives in a very cute little artsy town and when I got to feeling better, we went out one afternoon for a walk....a slow walk. We also went to the thrift store and poked around....something we all seem to enjoy doing...looking for "treasures." We always have a wonderful visit with the kids fun Uncle and we look forward to seeing him again soon.
What did you do for your New Year's celebration? Drop us a note and share.
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