Christmas 2008 Pictures

Just a few random pictures, to show that all were here, and we LOVED that they could make it. We now understand the JOY of being Grandparents.

Sophie and Dane having a chat about Santa , Ben and Dane playing together

And, guess who is trying to convince Santa that they were good and should get an extra special present??

Christmas 2008 with Planet Howard

Today started off with a nice little, quiet breakfast, just Karen and Bobby, oh yeah and the felines. We then started preparing for arrival of our children/step children with their spouses, and the grand kids all at the same time (this was a 1st in our world-what a JOY). The holiday main course: chicken dumplings-loved by all , with veggies, cheeses, crackers/chips, and Karen's now famous "Spinach Dip"(Eli somehow managed to sweet talk the leftover into a container that now resides in his sole possession). Oh and we can not forget "Cookies" for desert.

After lunch "Good Ole Santa" made his way. Santa had forgotten some small items for each last night during his trip through the Carolina's. First on the knee was Ben, Sophie, and then Dane, but we think SANTA just wanted to see the smiling faces of the wee little ones..but even Santa got a present from the little Dane, and then quick as a snap he was gone. But of course then the presents from posts north and locally were handed out and everyone was busy with the task of opening gifts, and then everyone was smiling. The kiddies were then getting a bit weary and needed to get in a nap, so off they all went. Then it was just Karen and Bobby, just as it started. Transmissions to points north were made throughout the day, with Parental Units and brothers all contacted. It was a WONDERFUL DAY!!!! (Cookies, anyone? Mmmmm...)

Check back soon...photos to come! Merry Christmas to all, and to all...a Good Night!

Calling all Cookie Monsters

Come,Help us defend our World,

EAT SOME COOKIES!!!

The Cookie Project has landed in full force. First we were hit by the Butter Cookies, yum. Then the Chocolate Chip and M&M Cookies came in strong, mmmh. Following were the Pecan Balls, ohhh, then the Ginger Snaps, oh my. And lastly came the Lemon Bars, oh yeah ! Don't know if we can survive another round, of this tasty torture, but will take it on, to save our planet! Need more MILK!!!

Santa sure will get his belly full (if he hurries) when he arrives on Planet Howard- of course he's stopping here, we have been good, after all, we make the rules here :)

14 More Days till HO< HO< HO

It has been a slow moving week, but things are getting done. The kitchen has been painted(big thanks to Neal). The coffee mug collection has been restored to it's former splendor. The first wave of Butter cookies arrived , I expect to be bombarded by the NO Bake Oatmeal and Lemon Bars soon, along with an assortment of others.

The Tree is up in full dress, the 4 legged feline inhabitants have been warned. There was a temporary truce called Monday night during the "Panthers win over the Buc's"- guess even they have a thing for the Panthers!! , but are now back to their feuding ways.

Christmas cards will soon be making their way into orbit :) Mike sends Holiday wishes to all-- we have a direct line to Wally World, he sounds like he is doing well. We look forward to Interplanetary communication with other worlds and beyond.

ho ho ho ho ho..whoa..anybody seen my reindeer ????

Christmas Season 2008

It's been a peaceful time so far this week on Planet Howard, we are back to "normal" a rarely used word around here. The kitchen will be painted , thanks to brother Neal-the painter, he's coming over Friday evening and "knock it out"(payback for the time warp move a few months back). Be advised Lynyrd Skynyrd will be played during this task. So, with much care tonight, I must take down the Coffee Mug Collection. Of course in Blendermann fashion, this photo is only a sample viewing- space is limited even here. :)
We have heard rumors of "The Great Cookie Project" coming to dock soon, yum yum...
Wait, did I hear Danny say "mmmm Lemon Bars :) "
And that usually means it is time to start the Christmas Season here in our world. Guess I will be in the upper atmosphere sometime this weekend, bringing down the boxes of Christmas decor. And oh yes, I must start practicing the HO, HO, HO, verse as I will not be the "Grinch" this year, looking forward to seeing the the little ones, smile during the "Jolly Ole Guy's" visit. Hope they have all been good little girls and boys this year.