Candle Lighting 2008

The food was yummy, and it didn't take long before it was devoured by a hungry crowd.

I cannot believe that the family tradition that my children and I started when we moved back from Kansas has continued for 19 years and going strong! The Candle lighting tradition has been an awesome experience as we has added all of our 16 grandchildren and extended family along the way. The grandchildren love being part of our sharing time. We all love lighting the candles one by one and sharing what the "Light Of Christ" has meant to us in our lives over the past year. I love seeing the candle glow on every one's faces as we all listen to the gratitude for the blessings each one has been blessed with over the past year. It is always a joyful time we spend together sharing our love and our hearts. As we continue to bond and grow ever closer as a family our love grows into a mighty flame that warms us all!
We had great food, gifts, and a wonderful evening sharing our love with all of you! Merry Christmas to everyone of you!

The get together ended with an exchange of gifts. Laura proudly wore her thumb ring given to her by grandma B. It was the first time that Sophie was able to be with us. Her skirt and wings were a big hit. But the present of the day was "roomba" the carpet cleaner. What a great gift from Jason, Melinda and Todd. This robot does a terrific job of cleaning floors. Horray for technology.