The Beery's are so kind to make the trek to Rochester to do Christmas with us. We sure look forward to their coming. We always have an exciting weekend of gift exchanges, eating out, and watching movies. This year we were blessed in many ways.
First, the weather was good for the driving. Well, it was rainy and cold, but it wasn't a blizzard, so that was a good thing. Then we exchanged gifts, and everyone was very generous. We got great movies and toys from Brian, Sandy always knows how to give the gifts that make us laugh, and Dick sure spoils us. Special thanks for the new computer, and helping us set it all up. It is running like a charm, and I have already thought of a million things I can do with it now!
Dining is always the best too. We have fun making brunch for Sandy and Dick who rise earlier then Brian. But once Brian is up, we always find fun restuarants. Bugaboo Creek was a winner this year for great food, and fun entertainment watching the buffalo or other talking creatures.
Speaking of talking creatures, Daisy was very lucky too, and got great toys to play with. She likes the fishing pole mouse game alot, though she likes to watch it more then attack it. OK, so I really like it more then he/she does, but that's beside the point.
Anyway, thanks again to Sandy, Dick, and Brian for really making our holiday a special one.
We have been waiting a long time for this winter. Oh yeah, we had a few flakes, and we have had the ground covered. But in the last two days, we have had it all. First it started with freezing rain. Then the temperatures dropped below the 20 degree mark, and now we have started to get some lake effect snow. Yes Virginia, there is a Jack Frost.
Now don't get me wrong, I have enjoyed our El Nino enhanced temperatures this winter, but I welcome the change. I welcome it because I would like to use the snowshoes once this year. I would also like to get out ice fishing once too. Am I asking to much? I haven't missed the shoveling so much, but this morning it felt good. I know it doesn't feel good to do it in late March though. But, if I can be so bold....let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!!!
