Christmas and the sickos...

Well, Christmas is over and thankfully, so is the flu bug that ran through my house. It started with Rowan and Declan. Rowan was so sick she went into the hospital and received the same anti nausea drugs they give to chemo patients. Declan recovered in 2 days. We didn't know if we would even make it to Mom and Dad's for Christmas, but the kids were feeling better so off we went. The day we were supposed to head home, I got sick. That was the longest ride back to Lethbridge I have ever had. I feel a little better today and I'm hoping that things just keep getting better from here. We had a wonderful visit with my sister, brother in law, niece and nephew as well as with Mom and Dad. It's always great to see everyone. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see John's sister, brother and nephews, but we are hoping to see them in the new year.

This was the first Christmas without John's Dad. That was hard. While we didn't get to see him often, he was a wonderful man who loved being with family and friends. He loved his grandchildren and always had encouraging things to say to them. I know that this Christmas has been very special for him because he got to celebrate it in heaven with his wife, Isabelle who predeceased him 20 years ago. God bless you Norm and Isabelle. We miss you horribly but we know you are finally together again with our Heavenly Father and that's the best Christmas gift we could ever ask for.