We love going to the George Washington Carver Memorial near Neosho and we enjoyed walking there with Mom and Dad today before dinner in Joplin. Continue reading December 27: Memorial Walk

Some of the family went to Sherlock Holmes. The rest of us saw Alvin and the Chipmunks. Continue reading December 26: Boxing Day

We had a great day filled with stockings, church, family, presents, and food. Merry Christmas to all! Continue reading December 25: Christmas

Mom reads traditional stories to the grandkids on Christmas Eve. Continue reading December 24: Twas the Night…

Everyone is arriving today and Maddie loves seeing her cousins. I’m thankful for Christmas and time with family. Continue reading December 23: Cousins

We spent the morning volunteering at Crosslines in Joplin sorting food. I’m grateful for all of my many blessings. Continue reading December 22: Luxury

Samantha and the boys came over and the kids played while Samantha and I helped mom clean out her room. I’m grateful to be here long enough to do "normal" things like this that I’m so rarely around to do. Continue reading December 21: Maplecrest

After a morning relaxing at home, we went into Joplin to do some final Christmas shopping. I’m thankful to have this time to spend with my family. Continue reading December 20: Joplin

Mom organized a fantastic birthday party at the Springfield Zoo, which we enjoyed despite the rain. Thanks Mom! Continue reading December 19: Now She Is Six

Thankful to be heading home for the holidays! Continue reading December 18: Excited