Merry Christmas!

We're snowed in - 8 inches so far and the wind is howling! We considered going to a movie this afternoon, but decided a board game at home was a safer option.

We had anticipated spending Christmas Eve/Day with Mike's parents, so stocking up on groceries had not been on the top of our 'to do' list. After church last night, we drove by Hy-Vee only to discover they closed at 6:00pm. A quick inventory of our refrigerator/freezer determined that our Christmas feast would consist of hot dogs and mac 'n cheese. Luckily, Wal-Mart pulled through as they were open until 8:00pm. We arrived in time to pick up bananas, a pizza and some chicken nuggets. Yes, so much classier than hot dogs/mac 'n cheese.

We have ignored our blogsite far too long, so I will attempt to hit some highlights from the past month...

My parents came to visit us the weekend before Mike's birthday. My mom attended her first Nebraska football game and we successfully cheered them on to a win.


The Thanksgiving holiday included a trip to Colorado with Mike's family. We helped cheer on the Broncos and Huskers to victories!


Two weeks ago, my travels took me to Erie, Pennsylvania. During a layover in Chicago, my co-worker and I stopped at a restaurant in the airport to eat. We sat at a table next to a young woman dressed in army fatigues. When the waitress came to take her plate at the conclusion of her lunch, she told the young woman that her meal and been paid for by someone who wanted to thank her for her service to our country (he had apparently already left the restaurant). So very cool. Wish I would have thought of it first.

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas! Travel safe and stay warm!