Eletia, as I said on the telephone, I like us getting together on a quarterly basis. I know that everyone cannot get get together everytime, but it is great that as many of us that can get together can for the enjoyment of fellowship within the family. I know that alot of dates are coming up, but the events do not allow us to just fellowship, as when we have the family get-to-gethers. For example, Diane will be having her C-section on January 30, if all goes well baby is to arrive that day, but we cannot all be in one room at one time and her parents will also be there. Even though I know that some of you want to be there, it will not be the same to me as when we get together just to visit. Family to me is very important and knowing each other, each other's likes and dislikes builds deeper bonds within the family. I personally would like us to try to keep having the family gatherings as we have planned. I am fearful that if we do not, our gatherings will get farther and farther apart.

Ali, I am sorry to hear that Chad was unable to make it to see you. Jerry and I do understand about the snow!! Having to get out the ole' snow plow was not fun for Jerry when we managed the courtyard apartments in Aurora. It was not fun driving on the snowy and icy streets either. Hang in there!

Meredith and Mike, glad that you are back in Texas. Hope to see you both in the not too distant future.

Glad that everyone had a Merry Christmas and I pray that everyone has a wonderfully blessed new year! Love you all!! Sheron