Vacations

Vacations are wonderful times to see family and friends. We're returning home today after a wonderful week with part of our family. The Texas branch of the family, Stacy, Brett, and Sidney. South Texas is a different place than Illinois, and during our visit there was a lot - think of gopher wood lot - of rain. But we were not in Texas to view the weather. We have a wonderful granddaughter there. Her folks are there also, and a son to be baby brother.

Although her birthday is not until August, this was the chance we had to celebrate her 2nd birthday with her. Her Aunt Betsy who is a missionary in central Africa sent some goodies with us that she purchased before she went overseas. Two years is a great time of life. Children have an interesting perspective on life. For instance, birthday automatically brings to mind cake, at least with Sidney. It is said that picture is worth a thousand words, so I'll let the picture do the talking.

Needless to say, we had a wonderful week with our Texans. But it is also good to get home.