CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE HANSEN HOUSE

David showing off his new USMC fleece blanket.

Crystal is learning to play guitar so we got her a beginners book - Good Luck Crystal!

My very handsome grandson Jonathan.

Jonathan with some of his gifts from Grandma and Grandpa.

How cute can you get? (left to right: Celie, Alyssa, Miranda).

Alyssa with her new books.

Alyssa was tickled pink with her new boombox.

Bubble wrap was as big a hit as the actual present!

Celie was thrilled with her new books.

Miranda was in heaven with twins.

Showing Grandma her curtsy.

SHUFFLEBOARD

Shuffleboard is something both Loren and I enjoy but this was a first for me -- both teams scored over 100 points! My partner and I made it all the way to the finals but lost that last, all-important game. Oh well, there's always next time.

Mom's 80th Birthday

David and I drove up to southeast Idaho, and Heidi came down from Boise, to celebrate my Mom's 80th birthday. My brother and sister-in-law, Zac and Tami Parris, hosted a wonderful brunch. There was a really good turnout and everyone had a good time. Thanks again Zac and Tami!!

Mom (Zola Parris) with her beautiful birthday cake.

Mom was standing on the steps -- she is NOT taller than I am!

Cold and snowing... luckily Heidi brought an extra sweater for me!

The roads were rather treacherous at times but David did an amazing job driving to and from Idaho.

Beautiful winter scenery.

LITTLE SISTER FOR RICA

Rica has a new little sister we picked up on Sunday. She is 4 months old and weighs 2 pounds. It is a lot of fun watching the two of them romp although baby Chica makes Rica look huge!

How could we possibly resist this face?

Pretty tiny... almost fits in one hand!

Always ready for a comfortable lap!