Our adventures over my Christmas break were very eventful! I got out of school on the 22nd for our break, and we left the next day to head to Alton to spent time with Josh's mom and step-dad. We were able to spent two nights at their house and really enjoyed their company. It was beyond wonderful to spend time with Dave and Sue, Shelby, Drew, Grandma Norma and Josh's step-brothers on Christmas Eve.
Christmas morning coming down the stairs at Grandma's
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On Christmas day, we were off to my dad and step-mom's house in the Dunes. My sisters had been there for a few days, so we were able to celebrate Christmas day with everyone. We also invited Uncle Paul and Molly for our Christmas Day dinner. In the evening, we invited over my Aunt Annie's best friend, Connie, and her partner, Brenda, over to celebrate life.
The day after Christmas we headed off to South Dakota to see Josh's dad and grandparents on his dad's side of the family. We were lucky to be able to see two of Josh's aunts and uncles. Grandma Lola was a little under the weather, so it was a short trip.
On Monday after Christmas, we loaded up early in the morning to head back home. The drive was horrible with poor road conditions and took us NINE hours! We were so happy to finally be home! We had our Christmas and exchanging of gifts right away. Santa even stopped at our house and filled our stockings while we were gone!
We were able to spend the a few days at home and able to spend some time with my best friend, Jillian, who was home from Hawaii, before heading back to northwest Iowa on Thursday. Josh's great friend, Seth, was getting married on New Year's Eve. Dad and Sandie watched Kate while Josh and I had a great time celebrating with Seth and Jill. It was such a wonderful time seeing many old friends.
Ah, Seth
Josh's best friend, J.J, and Brooke
Josh and I (the party hat needs to go)We aren't traveling next year :)
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