They've all returned

We spent our New Years weekend (Thursday through Sunday night) in Richland with Mark's side of the family. We had second Christmas - tons of gifts, great time with the kids and lots of good food.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday were spent with the "Friends". Mark grew up with a group of friends that have stayed in touch - this is the first time since high school that they all returned home at once. Friday was a group gift exchange - Saturday games and watching the ball drop and Sunday one last night of cards before we left.

It amazes me (Karen) that my husband has such a great group of friends. A group that has stayed in touch - and that is so easy to hang out with - lots of jokes and great times laughing and playing games. We are blessed to have them all.

There are some pictures here of the kids and the group of friends - from our weekend.

Motorcycle Christmas

Mark and I had a wonderful christmas with my side of the family. We were all at my parents house in Spokane Valley. Lots of food, games, presents and movie watching.
I love the holidays.

As you can see We (Mark) got a motorcycle for christmas this year, helmet and all. We both can't wait till the weather is warmer and we can go riding more.

Hope all of your holidays are wonderful and safe.

Snow in Spokane

This is our home.
We have lots of snow on the ground.
Our tree is up - lights outside - shopping done - we are ready for Christmas!

First Time

This is my first entry on my new Blog.
I have had so much fun reading my other friends Blogs that I needed to start my own.

I will try my best to keep it updated.