And Just Like That It's All Over

After a week and a half of activity it's just Dad, me, Jeanie and Danny. We enjoyed a meal of crab legs and are just relaxing this new years eve.

The last of the company left this afternoon. We had such a super great time! Very busy but everything went so smoothly. The kids were great and I can't tell you how much I appreciate all the help the girls give. "Many hands make light work." Hard to believe Christmas has come and gone! Now to start thinking about those New Years resolutions........

Danny's Surprise Party

Danny's siblings decided to throw him a surprise 16th Golden Birthday surprise party when they were all home. It didn't go over quite as well as they expected. This picture pretty much depicts his enthusiasm. All he wanted to do was open his presents. Then he said he was tired and he wanted to "take a shower and go to bed." I'm thinking some of the others got pictures of him coming in the door and the decorations. I'll post them when I find them.

Christmas Program

This was Danny's last day of Sunday school. He starts confirmation in January. He had a piece but didn't memorize it so had to read it. You can see it sticking out of his pocket. The confirmation boys said pieces and the girls sang a song. Danny was disappointed he wasn't singing. He initially said he was going to "sing" his piece. Thank goodness he didn't! He actually said it very well. Some years he blasted out the microphone but not this year. Jeanie chose not to say a piece. She only had to sing.

The Golden Birthday Boy

Well, Danny's Golden Birthday was everything he could hope for and more! He received a pile of birthday cards today along with some $$$$. Then a couple of his friends popped in and surprised him with a nice present. He has been counting the days until this special golden birthday. 16 on the 16th!!! But honestly, he wasn't expecting or thinking of presents. He was just PUMPED that he is 16 and all he really cared about was the recognition and birthday wishes!! The cards and surprise were just a bonus he didn't expect!! Thanks to all who shared in his special day!

Gourmet Mac 'N Cheese

Danny has the family cooking genes. Here he is making "my own" macaroni and cheese. Along with the 1/4 cup butter, milk and cheese powder from the box, just add a little garlic salt, a slice of American cheese a bit of ketchup and salsa. Delicious!!!! He says.......

Little Doctors

We've had a fun week with these two little doctors, Kendall and Adrian. Enjoyed a very nice Thanksgiving even though I've had to work this whole weekend except Thursday. My last day will be Monday and then I will be a stay-at-home Mom for awhile!