Once again I am behind on updates. Life sure can get crazy. Thought I would do an all in one post at this point - hope to add some pictures later.
Today is Christmas Eve (Wednesday) We have been without power since Saturday afternoon. Yesterday Dennis decided we needed to make a break for it. Not as easy as it sounds!
Ok - backing up some...
It has been snowing for over a week now, so amazing. Last Thursday (the 18th) Charlyn flew in, we had no problem going to get her. It is lovely to have her home even if only for a couple of weeks. Thursday was also Seth's 11th birthday. We picked up some deli food as well as a cake on our way home from the airport. Had a lovely evening celebrating and watching Charlyn try to stay awake. :p
Friday, more snow, Dennis came and got me during his lunch time as I was scheduled for an afternoon appointment. I had no desire to drive on the less than desirable roads, especially since my tummy is very close to the steering wheel - makes me nervous. Also - Dennis wanted to be driving our Suburban (4WD, traction tires) vs. his work car. I had a great appointment - next one in two weeks (a sign we are getting close!) and got some grocery shopping done while in town. I also got some quilting done while sitting in his office later watching him work.
Saturday - the power goes out...
Sunday - no way we are making it to church...
Monday - a third day of all nine of us together all day! Yikes! We have played games, got packages 'ribboned', and the kids have played outside quite a bit! It is a new reality as to how short the days really are.
We are going through candles and batteries like crazy, but at the same time making some wonderful family memories. :) yes, I say this with all seriousness!
Tuesday... Dennis decides we need to make a break for it - not as simple of a task as it sounds. By this point we are up to 2-3 feet of snow, depending on where you looks. Totally amazing! After it taking a while to get out (and a neighbor with his tractor) and hearing it may be up to a week before we get power (and water since we are on a well) and possibly phone back - it was decided to head to my parents to night.
So here we are now enjoying running water, lights, and Internet! (the important things in life!) We will head back tonight after celebrating Christmas Eve with my family.
On the way to 'Papa & Nana's' we did stock up on bottled water and some easy to fix food so are going home in better shape then we left yesterday.
Time for me to scoot and enjoy time with my family.
Merry Christmas everyone!
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