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tvordljChristmas day was really nice. We had all three (adult) kids with us. Justin gave Staci a huge stuffed puppy that was wrapped in a box so big that she had to open it first because it was blocking the rest of the presents behind it!! With six people opening gifts, taking turns, it took awhile but it was a lot of fun. "Soft" was the word of the day with housecoats, blankets, jackets, scarves and even duvet covers that were all made of softy cuddly material. We were 7 for dinner which was absolutely fantastic. We had a free range turkey and what a difference that made in the taste though ![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
sammantha's skill at turkey basting really helps too!
Today Mom and I visited her sister and stopped at the cemetery on the way back into town. I've been finding my emotions bubbling pretty near the surface over the past couple of weeks which is to be expected i guess. Christmas this year was ok, though, we were ok, talked and laughed a lot and told family and Dad stories but i seemed to mind it a bit more this year than last year. I guess every year will be different and i don't suppose it will ever go away completely.
sammantha's skill at turkey basting really helps too! Today Mom and I visited her sister and stopped at the cemetery on the way back into town. I've been finding my emotions bubbling pretty near the surface over the past couple of weeks which is to be expected i guess. Christmas this year was ok, though, we were ok, talked and laughed a lot and told family and Dad stories but i seemed to mind it a bit more this year than last year. I guess every year will be different and i don't suppose it will ever go away completely.
