Christmas Ramblings

Dear Gentle Reader,
Although I should be writing Christmas cards, I'll ignore the pile that may not make it to the mailbox in time and write to you instead.

My time in Milwaukee was really sweet. It was great to see our sons, their wives, and the darling grandchildren. There was snow everywhere, of course, and the ride from the airport in the dark was so pretty because so many houses have lights, and many have elaborate decorations lighting up their yards as well.

Angie and I had lots of time to get reacquainted. Here she is, all bundled up to go to the mall! Her second birthday brought her lots of excitement--big balloons that she loved, a new rocking horse, and a little electronic keyboard/piano.

But now I'm back in San Diego, and the cold weather is just a memory. Yesterday I wrapped about 10 gifts and boxed them so I can mail them tomorrow. Hope the line isn't too long. While Dick is being interviewed as a part of a UCSD research project on osteoporosis, I'll head to the Post Office. (I really should take along Christmas cards but he's collected some articles he thinks I'll enjoy reading, so the cards will have to wait. A time for everything.)

We had our family Christmas exchange in Milwaukee, so after these few packages are in the mail, I'll be able to relax. Sort of. Well, there are just a few teensy items that remain: a trip to the dentist to get a crown on Tuesday, and an attempt to help our neighbors install their new Dell computer system (yikes! I wonder if I can do it!) as well as the the usual holiday baking. I like to take goodies to the neighbors Christmas Eve.

I hope you're having some fun with the traditional holiday activities. Women always have so many things they want to do at Christmas--try new recipes, find the perfect gift for someone, savor a little eggnog between projects. Enjoy, and try not to get too stressed--remember, Jesus is the Prince of Peace!