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...and a Happy new Year

We had a beautiful Christmas.  First, there was time with family.  My son and I took the ride to my daughter's to deliver presents and hug the grand children--three months worth.  The ride home was like the perfect white Christmas with the sparkling snow and the houses all lit up along the way.  Mike and I had a lovely Christmas Eve dinner.  My son stopped in on Christmas Day and then we went for dessert at my nephew's house.  I went to bed with a feeling of well-being and contentment.

Now, it's packing up and getting ready for the trip south.  Looks like we will have to work around a pretty big storm!  Be back in a week or so.
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  1. LindaDecember 26, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Wait! You're gone already? Gracious that seems fast. Look forward to hearing from you in a week or so.

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  2. marciamayoDecember 26, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    Happy and safe travels!

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  3. TaborDecember 26, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    I do not get to head south for at least another month. Please warm the area up for me, I hear it is kinda cold!

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  4. Arkansas PattiDecember 27, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    Please be careful on those roads. My brother is leaving for Florida on the 28th, weather permitting.
    Have a save trip and be sure to write when you are properly thawed.

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  5. Country GirlDecember 28, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    Glad you had such a nice Christmas Olga. The love of a family makes it all real. Have a nice trip!

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  6. CurlyDecember 30, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    Happy New Year!!!!

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  7. MargaretDecember 31, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    Glad you had a nice holiday. Good luck with the packing!

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