Weather: low 26 degrees, high 43 degrees, partly cloudy skies
There is a possibility that we could have a white Christmas here in Elkmont. The forecast is for up to 1.5 inches of snow, which may or may not stick to the ground. It reminds me of the snowy Christmas we had in Bay City, Texas, in 2004, the last year we had a stick house. About 14 inches of snow fell the night before Christmas Day, and this is what we woke up to.
We thought it was beautiful. The grandkids had a ball, and the adults enjoyed it, too.
Carolyn had a visit from Santa Claus today. He delivered some beautiful roses.
Several years ago, our sister-in-law Kathy made and gave Carolyn a wall hanging for Christmas. Here it is hanging on the front door. Isn't it nice?
Carolyn says thank you, again, Kathy.
We (as in Carolyn, with a little help from me) spent a good part of the day preparing for the Christmas feast that will take place tomorrow. Smoked turkey, cornbread dressing, squash casserole (recipe from my sister Janie many years ago), were prepared, and preps were made to cook other good things tomorrow. My sister Judy and her family are coming, as are Terri and Thomas. On top of all the stuff that we will have, Judy is bringing more food. My mouth is watering to think of all the good food we'll have tomorrow and a few days after. Sometimes, the leftovers are the best part.
About 1900 hours tonight, we received a surprise visit from the people who live diagonally across the street from us. They brought homemade cookies and introduced themselves as the people who were the first owners of the new home base. We had a very nice conversation with the lady and her two daughters, ages 10 and 13. They filled us in on the history of the subdivision and house, and invited us to their church. Nice folks.
Our country has been through a rough 2-3 years recently. I get the feeling, however, that things are going to start getting better. In this time of the year, it's important for us to remember what the season is about.
While we're opening gifts and eating good food on Christmas Day, think about all the people in the armed services who are away from home helping protect our way of life and keep us safe.
Merry Christmas.
More later, be safe.
Today's Town - Alpine, Texas: Hub Of The Big Bend
Not all who wander are lost.
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