Catching Up

Finally  home for a few days and let me tell you, it feels wonderful.

   Travis and I have been busy doing nothing, and it's a welcome change from the hectic nature of the semester. Yesterday, we made the trek back to Ripley for my dentist appointment and a lunch date with my grandmother and aunt. Then we came back for a little afternoon ice-skating adventure. And while neither of us are pros, we didn't fall down this year! After last year's escapade I had bruises on my knees and ankles for weeks.

How about an image to capture our skill:

(yeah right)

   Last night was a special treat- Girls' Christmas! Somehow we have managed to get together at Christmas every year since before I can even remember. I look forward to it every year, as it is probably the only time all eight of us can manage to be in the same state, town, room at the same time. It has been especially difficult the past few years since we have all been in college, and we have discovered it will not be getting easier. This year, two of us had to miss out. Caley is married and living in a different state, and Tiffany is in London. Not an easy trip home! We even made a special effort to Skype Tiffany during our meal, but somehow couldn't get through. But in some small way, she was there with us. I so enjoy the time we get to spend reminiscing and catching up. And I hope we are able to do this for many more years.

Here's a few pictures of us over the years. I love these girls so very much. 

2011

2010

2009

2008

2005

2001

200?

1998

Prom 2007

Sara's Bachelorette 2011