it’s Christmas day!!!
My brother’s wife Terri lost her dad yesterday morning. He did not wake up to see Christmas Eve 2008, and although he had lived a long, full life he will be so missed by Terri and Mike, Sarai and Katie (their daughters who loved him so much) and his wife of 50 years Betty… not to mention many other family members. He was a good man and was loved by many people.
It’s quiet this Christmas morning, Matt was called out to work early. He is driving to a site about three hours away… so he may miss the Christmas festivities with his family who are due to arrive in a couple of hours. We had Christmas with his paternal family members last night. It was a really nice evening. Izzy got some really cute UGGs. I wasn’t sure they would stay on her little feet, but I think they actually will!
I’m going to take a shower and then start making goodies for the day… artichoke dip and corn casserole. I have the spinach dip already made and chex mix… there are lots of good holiday snacks ready to be eaten! Best of all… mom has a batch of cinnamon rolls baking I’m picking up in about 30 minutes. Her cinnamon rolls are legendary. Seriously.
I can’t remember a Christmas that it was so quiet and I was so aware of the fact that it is Christmas. What does that mean? Well, I know that this isn’t technically the birthday of Christ, but it is the day that we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior. I’m just so thankful that He was sent to the earth and later gave His own life for mine and yours. What a wonderful gift. It’s far out shines any wrapped present under the tree. I hope that you are able to take a moment today and realize what a gift you were given so many years ago on approximately this day.
I wish you all a Merry Christmas… and I’m so excited to see what 2009 will bring! So many hopes for 2009.
Merry Christmas our dear sweet Annie from Mickey & Susan. We, like you, are eager to see what God has in store for His Church, Our Country, and each of us individually in 2009. One things we know for sure……we know who holds us in the Palm of HIS hand
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Susan
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what a beautiful post! hope you got to celebrate with Matt too even if it had to be late! Blessings to you!
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It has been a joy getting to know you through your blog. Your blog, friendship has been a blessing in my life.
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Merry Christmas Annie! I loved this post. I am sorry Matt got called into work, but I hope you had some fun times together. I want to see Izzy’s UGGS!
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Hi Annie, Please be sure and check in on Hearts today. I’ve started something new.
Thanks!!
Susan
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I hope your day was beautiful. Prayers for your sister-in-law, your brother & their family.
Much peace in Christ,
Julie
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Good Saturday morning to you, Annie !
Sad news about your brother’s wife’s father… May he rest in peace…
Hope that Matt made it home in time for the festivities !
I bet Izzy looked cute in her Ugg boots
Happy upcoming New Year 2009 to you and your family.
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Can’t wait to see you! I ran over a huge bump in the road and knocked a hole in the oil pan of C’s car, so the kids and I will be staying a few more days and we will be at my parents’ house. I’m not happy about the oil pan but I’m glad we get to stay a little while longer. I have felt very rushed.
Did Matt make it back in time to do Christmas with his family? Poor matt!!! Having to work on Christmas. Of course, WE have to work on Christmas, but our job is much more fun! : )
love u all
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Merry Christmas, annie. Hope you had a wonderful day.
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I hope you’ve had a Merry Christmas. I hate your hubby had to work. Sending prayers for your brother’s family.
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It’s so sad when loved ones pass away at Christmas time.
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I would like to say THANK YOU for all coments regarding the loss of my WONDERFUL DAD, I was blessed with such wonderful in laws whitie and maybel and mikes sister annie and matt and amanda and bailey and brooke and sweet izzy and of course lorenzo he’s like a part of our family already . we couldnt have made i through with out your support and your love through CHRISTMAS , im so glad we are such a close family GOD HAS BLESSED ME RICHLY!!!!!!