Christmas has come and gone. It is so much work getting the house cleaned and ready for family to come over. Oh how our Christmas has changed through the years with the passing of family members and those who have moved away. I had my emotional days but as always as it has been through the years you spent Christmas with Jesus. We bring you guys up and cherish the memories. The pickles reminded us of Aunt Velma and how much she loved them. I asked Ward if you made the salad in a certain bowl. We spoke of Dad and no one being able to beat his score in centipede. I love you deeply Mom, you were my best friend during a extremely difficult time in my life. I miss you but see you everywhere I look. We even had a cardinal in the back yard at Christmas.