Christmas 2008

Christmas eve was spent attending South Joplin Christian Church candlelight service then meeting family for snacks at Aunt Sherry's house.  The eggnog made by none other than, Grandma Moser, (some with bang, some without), was a treat to the palate. The numerous snacks could have feed all the homeless in Joplin! The kids were running with excitement, joy filled the house creating fun memories for everyone. The air outside was frightfully cold, the open door was a pneumonia trap, however the brandy in our drinks kept us cozy. The gifts were opened, played with and time flew by with much laughter in the home.  Sadly the time came to say goodnight to cousins, aunts, uncles, moms, dads, grandma and all!

Samantha's Birthday, December 21, 2008

Samantha started her birthday out with Banana & Nutella, Crepes for breakfast early on Sunday morning.  Shortly afterwards, Mom, Dad, Jordan, and Alex (her Christmas gift to her boyfriend)  joined her for a trip to Oklahoma City to watch the Oklahoma Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers basketball game. On the way to the game mom emailed the manager and public relations coordinator in hopes to get Samantha down on the court to meet the teammates.  However, it was a little too late, they were not able to get Sam on the floor, but several people showered her with gifts throughout the entire game.  She received a tray of cookies and brownies, free sodas, goodie bags filled with pom poms, flags, decals, t-shirt, and snacks.  The game was exciting, 92-102 with the Cavaliers winning.  Lebron James was an inspiration for Jordan and Alex, which made it difficult for them to not  jump on the court afterwards and play a little ball themselves.  Samantha had a birthday dinner at "The Melting Pot" with an amazing cake from Cupcakes by Liz.  The crew also went on a 3-D ride through Christmas Town, pretty dorky but mom made them do it! :)

Skiing in Beaver Creek, Colorado

Carol and her friend Elizabeth joined Bob in Colorado on December 16 to keep the lonely boy company! It takes two of us to keep up with that young man. Unfortunately, Bob had to put up with two women for the next four days....skiing, gyms, hot tubs, grottos, fine dinning and wines! (not whines on this trip!) The gang had a great time with lots of fresh  powder days! They made it home just in time for Samantha's birthday the next day!