Cherished Moments

Wedding Time

2010-11-29T11:11:00.004-05:00

On August 6 Andrew and I were privileged to help Angela Reynolds-Shelenberger with her wedding. I served as coordinator and Andrew served as the Bible bearer.

Andrew's MP3 player came in handy during the photo session and wait until the wedding.

Andrew with the flower girls!!

Once Upon a Time...Story Land

2010-11-27T04:27:00.003-05:00

A vacation is never complete for Andrew without a trip to Story Land. As you can see he turned into a tour guide with his map.

This year he was tall enough to ride by himself...Mom was left on the sidelines watching and taking pictures.

The Bamboo ride was one that we did not let him ride alone due to his light weight. I even took my turn with him.

Summer Vacation--New Hampshire

2010-11-27T03:44:00.003-05:00

Once again we made our way to New Hampshire. This time we stayed for two weeks. Very Relaxing. Went to the same cozy cabin that we love and hiked to many falls in the White Mountains.

Stan and I resting after a 2 mile hike (straight up) to the summit.

Holding onto a seven-year old at the dangerous but beautiful Sabbaday Falls.

Jackson Falls near our cabin.

Beautiful cascades along the way to a falls that we could not reach because the water was too deep at the stream crossing from the previous nights rain.

Memorial Day Picnic

2010-06-02T00:04:00.004-04:00

Chatting in the shade!

Annie hanging on for the ride!

Hoping to get warm and go back into the water.

Pretty Virginia!!

John wet from head to toe!!

Memorial Day Picnic Continued

2010-06-01T23:52:00.003-04:00

Andrew loves to fish, especially with Uncle Donnie!!

Grandma and her cute hat!!

Annie enjoying her watermelon!

The perfect life...watermelon and a fishing rod!

The three younger cousins! not to be taken forgranted!!

Memorial Day Parade

2010-06-01T23:47:00.003-04:00

Andrew was not too shook on posing for the pictures, but he did enjoy the parade!!

My Father's Church

2010-05-09T22:48:00.003-04:00

My father was taken to the Meadville AWM Church as an infant. I remember attending here many time with my parents during visits to my Durfee grandparents.

My Uncle Jim is standing in front of the Meadville Church. He has spent many, many hours of maintenance keeping the church beautiful.

Andrew in front of the church sign.

Mother-of-the-Year

2010-05-09T22:37:00.003-04:00

My dear Aunt Mary (my dad's sister) was honored as Mother-of-the-Year at her church this morning.

My Uncle David giving a tribute to Aunt Mary.

Uncle Jim is holding a cell phone through which my Cousin Byron was giving greetings to my Aunt Mary. (Byron had his own service to speak in so was unable to attend his mother's service.)

Aunt Mary receiving her gift...she was completely surprised.
We enjoyed a meal at my Cousin Bethany's house. Uncle David along with my Cousin Dawn and her husband Gus were at the meal. What a treat for all of us to be together!

My Mother's Day Gift

2010-05-09T22:32:00.003-04:00

Last week Andrew used some of his gift money to buy me a Mother's Day balloon and a candle holder. Today he gave me another gift that he had made at school. A goblet with a stained glass effect and a battery run candle inside!! Oh, how I love my little fellow. He has brought me sooo much joy!!

Beautiful Drive

2010-05-09T22:27:00.003-04:00

On our way home from the mother-daughter banquet I took some shots of the beautiful countryside. The slant of the sun was perfect on the new spring foliage. God's beautiful world!!

Mother-Daughter Banquet

2010-05-09T22:20:00.003-04:00

Mom and I were invited by my sister to a mother-daughter banquet. Here we are with my sister and her two daughters, Doenisha and Annie. Lovely meal and fellowship. The preacher's daughter sang several songs as part of the program. Beautiful singer!!

AND HE GREW

2010-04-30T22:41:00.002-04:00

and grew strong as a boy must grow who does not know that he is learning any lessons, and who has nothing in the world to think of except things to eat. (Rudyard Kipling)

2010-04-22T18:30:00.002-04:00

This digital collage personalized with Smilebox

Andrew's 7-Year Pictures

2010-04-21T17:33:00.001-04:00

Now We Are Seven

2010-04-17T23:26:00.002-04:00

Andrew was delighted with a Walnut Mocha Torte with seven candles on it. As requested his cake was adorned with soldiers. Andrew has brought a lot of joy into our home during the last seven years. We are blessed to have such a delightful son!!

Three teeth are missing!!

2010-04-16T20:29:00.002-04:00

Andrew's birthday is on Saturday, so I took some cupcakes to his class today. They were enjoyed by all! Now we are seven!!! Miss Preteroti had a cake stander that lit up and played the tune "Happy Birthday".

Fellows Riverside Gardens

2010-04-11T21:00:00.005-04:00

Enjoyed a ride through Mill Creek Park to the Fellows Riverside Gardens. The spring blossoms were so beautiful!

Easter 2010

2010-04-04T23:22:00.003-04:00

Easter was a beautiful sunny day. I got a couple poses while he was still dressed with his church clothes.

We finally managed to get some eggs colored Saturday night!! Sorry you cannot see the grin with three missing teeth!

Butterfly House

2010-04-04T23:14:00.004-04:00

Back to Home Depot for our monthly project. This month he built a butterfly house. It still needs painted before mounting it outside. This could be interesting!!

He still thinks it is better for me to hold the nails while he hammers!!

Easter Party at School

2010-04-04T23:08:00.002-04:00

Posing with classmates after the egg hunt. (Canton D. was visiting his brother's class.)

He gathered a basket of goodies thanks to Tiffany and Sue for providing the eggs and hiding them.

Snow on March 26th!

2010-03-26T23:22:00.003-04:00

Andrew waiting for his ride to school. Once again wearing his winter coat and cap that his grandparents sent from Ukraine.

Spring!!

2010-03-09T21:40:00.002-05:00

My little explorer was enjoying the warmer weather this evening while surveying his surroundings from the top of the mountain!!

First Grade Chapel

2010-02-25T19:09:00.002-05:00

Andrew's class was in charge of a chapel this past Monday. They did a great job!! Andrew and his friend Brentin were responsible for bringing in the banner during the teacher's presentation. Then Andrew suprised me by quoting Joshua 1:9 "Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

Home and Garden Show Part 3

2010-02-14T23:09:00.001-05:00

Home and Garden Show Part 2

2010-02-14T22:57:00.004-05:00

Andrew begged to go along at the last minute. Here are some things that he enjoyed!!

Oh, oh, the funny mirror!!

Above the expo center in the ferris wheel.

Kids project at the Home Depot booth.

A hug from the bear at the Behr booth.

Faking a nap...nice cedar swing!!

Home and Garden Show 2010

2010-02-14T22:42:00.005-05:00

Once again I enjoyed the gardens at the Home and Garden Show in Cleveland.

The flowers are sooo refreshing in February!!

Mom and Diane went along. This is our eighth year in a row to go to the Home and Garden Show. This year we noted a lot of changes which were for the good!!

This carving of St. Francis of Assisi really intrigued me...loved the art!

Helping Grandma!!

2010-02-06T16:50:00.003-05:00

Andrew and I went up to help Mom. She could not get her door open this morning. The wind caused a lot of drifting.

The Day After

2010-02-06T16:33:00.005-05:00

We received around 20"!! As you can tell Andrew had fun playing outside today. Here are a few pictures to show the depth of the snow.

Snowy Greetings

2009-12-31T10:39:00.003-05:00

Thought I would post these pictures for my friends that don't have snow. I enjoyed watching black squirrels jumping among the trees this morning. Even saw a blue jay. These pictures were taken out of my kitchen window.

Dirt Road Christmas

2009-12-28T17:04:00.002-05:00

Andrew is posing as a shepherd in the lavendar outfit during the Dirt Road Christmas in Rhoads Hall.

American Heritage Days

2009-12-28T16:57:00.002-05:00

Andrew posed as a pioneer during American Heritage Days. Note his journal on the table with pictures from Hales Farm.

Sharing

2009-12-28T16:55:00.001-05:00

Andrew managed to talk Grandma into sharing her float!

Home Depot and Santa

2009-12-28T16:39:00.002-05:00

In December Andrew made a wagon for the craft project at Home Depot. Santa stopped by to find out what the kids wanted for Christmas!!

November Craft Project

2009-12-28T16:12:00.005-05:00

Andrew made me a trivet during the November craft project at Home Depot.

Christmas 09

2009-12-28T11:41:00.003-05:00

A couple of days before Christmas Andrew hinted to me that he was almost breaking the 10th commandment because he was almost jealous of another gift that a classmate had received at school. After futher questioning he explained that it was balloons that could be made into animal shapes. Fortunately I found a kit!!

Hale Farm

2009-12-27T22:24:00.002-05:00

Mom and I took Andrew to Hale Farm in preparation for Heritage Days at SWA. Andrew was to pose as a pioneer. He sure learned a lot from this trip, and I did tooo!!

Time for an Update

2009-12-27T22:17:00.002-05:00

Thanks, Missy, for reminding me to update my blog. Was shocked when I realized I have not updated since October...I sure have a lot of updating to do. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas. Wishing you a Happy New Year!!!!

Annual Leaf Ride

2009-10-24T23:18:00.003-04:00

Every fall Mom would take Grandma for a ride to see the leaves. One of the lasts trips that my father took before he passed away was just such a trip. Last week Mom and I continued the ritual. We went on a back road that I have never been on before. Stopped at a beautiful tree near Thompson Cemetary and took some pictures.

Family Night

2009-10-19T22:12:00.005-04:00

The weather was perfect for raking leaves in our front yard. We finished raking by the light of the jack-o-lanterns that I carved out.

Andrew managed to get pulled a couple of times so that the leaves would not blow away!!

Andrew Staining a Plaque

2009-10-06T22:18:00.002-04:00

Andrew helping to stain an engraved plaque for my kitchen with the words "bon appetit"

First Horse Ride

2009-10-03T23:40:00.003-04:00

Today was a rather eventful day for Andrew. It started early this morning when we went to Home Depot for the monthly kids project. This month they had him build a fire station that serves as a bank. At the same time Home Depot had invited a lot of emergency personnel to show off their equipment. Besides being privileged to watch the life flight (helicopter) land, he was allowed to climb in the helicopter, sit in a police car, climb into two ambulances, and a fire truck. He was really excited! Of all times, I did not think to take my camera today, so no pictures.

After we arrived home Robert Sorrel stopped by with his horse and offered to take Andrew for a horse ride. Andrew thoroughly enjoyed his first horse ride. I did have presence of mind to take some pictures.

School Picnic

2009-09-25T22:54:00.002-04:00

Enjoying the playground at Centennial Park before the picnic.

Next in line for his team at the relay race. His team one this race!!!

Eating at the park with his cousin John.

My Little Sweetheart!

2009-09-12T16:36:00.003-04:00

These roses are from Andrew. He was beaming as he carried them out of the store for me!

First Grade

2009-08-31T21:10:00.002-04:00

Andrew all ready to start his new adventure in first grade!!!

Painted Placemats

2009-08-31T21:04:00.003-04:00

Andrew had fun painting these placemats for me!!

Vacation, Story Land

2009-08-29T07:32:00.001-04:00

New Hampshire Vacation

2009-08-29T06:33:00.010-04:00

Ripley Falls...100' drop...hiked .5 miles to see falls.

A stick always seemed to aid the hiking part.

Arethusa Falls is approximately 200' high located about 1.3 mile from the road. Took approximately 60 minutes one way. It was well worth the hike.

Spent an hour at the base of the falls...so refreshing!!!

80' Cloudland falls located on Falling Waters Trail...hiked 1.4 miles one way.

Taking a break along a hiking trail.

20' Stairs Falls along the Falling Waters Trail

Standing on top of the Cathedral Ledges.

Spring that Stan found on Route 2

New Hampshire Vacation Continued

2009-08-29T05:49:00.009-04:00

Our cabin was secluded in a wooded area.

Walking around Wiley's Pond

Closer view of Mount Washington Resort

Moose spotted one evening by the road.

New Studio Pictures

2009-07-05T17:55:00.003-04:00

My Hobo!!

2009-07-03T17:09:00.002-04:00

Andrew came back from Grandma's house with socks in his bag. She had found several stashed in the toes of his boots, wet ones. No wonder there were not has many socks showing up in the wash (lol).

Andrew's First Fish

2009-06-07T15:42:00.004-04:00

Andrew tried his hand at fishing during our Memorial Day picnic with one of Uncle Donnie's rods. Uncle Donnie patiently put the worms on the hook and untangled Andrew's fishing lines. Below you can see a picture of Andrew's first catch.

Congratulations Andrew

2009-05-30T00:33:00.003-04:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

2009-05-25T22:03:00.002-04:00

Make a Smilebox postcard

Memorial Day Parade

2009-05-25T21:27:00.003-04:00

Our good friend Darrin is the one carrying the flag.

Once again we enjoyed the Memorial Day parade. Andrew also enjoyed the candy that he collected!!

Enjoying the Outdoors

2009-04-27T22:33:00.004-04:00

We spent the evening outdoors. Andrew played while Stan worked in the garden and I planted some pansies.

Woodwick Candle

2009-04-27T22:29:00.002-04:00

My secret sister surprised me with a candle with a wooden wick. The crackling sound is soothing and reminds me of a fireplace. Andrew has always been intrigued with candles. He was having fun checking this one out on Sunday at noon.

2009-04-20T22:44:00.001-04:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

2009-04-19T23:07:00.004-04:00

I have been looking for a table and chair set to replace the hand me downs that we have been using since we got married ten years ago. Saturday I was driving home and spotted this set for sale in someones yard. They did not want much for it, so I grabbed it up. It fits my taste perfectly. Notice the two captain chairs in the background and the formica top. The Lord is good!

Coloring Easter Eggs

2009-04-19T22:53:00.003-04:00

Andrew and I enjoyed coloring Easter eggs. He always looks forward to this ritual. We are so blessed to have him in our home.

Easter Basket Surprise

2009-04-19T22:47:00.002-04:00

My secret sister surprised me with this lovely basket of flowers on Easter Sunday. It was sooo fragrant. Thank you soooo much!!

Cousins at the Akron Zoo

2009-04-19T22:34:00.002-04:00

I ran up to the Akron Zoo with Andrew and his cousin John. Boy, did they ever have fun together. John said that he had never been to a zoo before.

Easter Party at School

2009-04-19T22:24:00.002-04:00

Thanks to Sue Myers the fellows enjoyed an Easter egg hunt at school. They each had twenty eggs to find. Of course, she had them filled with goodies.

A Passover Seder

2009-04-03T21:05:00.004-04:00

Tonight I attended a Passover Seder put on by the Salem Wesleyan Academy. Andrew and his classmates took a part in it. We were all seated at tables and went through the passover rituals. It was very meaningful. Thank you so much, Mr. Dan Forrider, and all the teachers who took a part in making this a meaningful time.

Colorado Trip 2007

2009-03-25T17:16:00.000-04:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

FAMILY OUTING AT ZOO

2009-03-24T22:06:00.008-04:00

I managed to get a day off, so Stan and I picked Andrew up from school at noon and went up to the Cleveland Zoo. We really enjoyed the rain forest section.

Home and Garden Show

2009-02-14T20:43:00.003-05:00

I made my yearly pilgrimage to the Home and Garden Show in Cleveland, OH, at the IX Center. France was the country that was starred this year. Here are a few of the pictures that I took. As you can see I enjoyed the garden section.

Thanks Ladies!!

2009-02-13T17:15:00.002-05:00

Angela Henderson, Catherine Anderson and Rosalie Martin stopped by to give me some roses today. What a delightful surprise!!

Bridal Shower

2009-02-13T17:01:00.004-05:00

Lynne Nevseta helps me in the office. A bridal shower was held for her in the Dining Hall last night. Best wishes, Lynne!!!

A Photo Session

2009-02-09T18:51:00.005-05:00

I talked my Mom into getting an update picture for us kids. As you can see Andrew got slipped in a few of the pictures!!!

SWA Open House

2009-02-08T14:50:00.002-05:00

Friday night was the Science Fair at SWA. The upper classmen all had science projects that they displayed. The Kindergarten class set up a farm. Andrew reported on cows. Enjoy the pictures!!

Happy Birthday Chad

2009-02-02T20:44:00.005-05:00

Hope you had a Happy Birthday today. I am sooo glad that you are my brother. I found some pictures that I thought might bring back memories. Remember all those motor cycle rides that you gave me to the stations when we were trying to help Dad. You were always a safe driver. It looks like the neighbor kids were ready for a ride. Also remember the trip that we took out West with Mom and Dad in 1976. I still remember standing around the tree. Best Wishes!!!

Here is the Jeep that you carried water on in the dry season.

More Pictures on Saturday

2009-02-01T14:55:00.000-05:00

My Favorite Guy

2009-02-01T14:35:00.004-05:00

I took these pictures through our dining room window.

Friday Night Games

2009-02-01T14:30:00.002-05:00

Angela Reynolds invited everyone over to her apartment for games Friday evening. I especially like the picture of Mom trying on the fancy hat.

Ooops!!!

2009-01-29T21:50:00.002-05:00

Somehow I lost my list of blogs that I enjoy following. I am now in the process of trying to rebuild the list. (:

Snow and Ice

2009-01-28T18:07:00.006-05:00

Today was a SNOW day at the academy where Andrew attends and at the college where I work. Since we live on campus, I ended up working the whole day in the office. The students enjoyed a little bit of time off to catch up on homework!!! Here are some shots that I was able to take.

Tree covered with ice is in our front yard.

The shrubbery in front of the Ad Building was covered with ice.

The sun shone a little bit at the end of the day. Notice colorful sky in the background!!

Fun in January

2009-01-26T20:02:00.007-05:00

Our social life is picking up again after the Christmas rush. Andrew has been begging me to have his cousins over for some games, so Friday night I had Chad's kids over. The Sannes boys were also able to come over. We had a great time. The younger ones played Sorry, Lincoln Logs, race tracks, etc. and the rest of us played Pit and Dutch Blitz. We all had a great time!!!! Little John cried when he had to go home.

This evening we went over to the college for a Chinese meal hosted by our cook Ron High Rock aided by Debbie Goodenow who once lived in Taiwan. It was very delicious. They served it in courses. Better than a Chinese restaurant!! We stopped by Mom's for some mint ice cream on the way home. Andrew, Stan, and Mom played Tiddly Winks. Long winter evenings lend themselves to memory making.

Andrew and Skis

2009-01-21T17:20:00.004-05:00

Andrew tried on some skis today. Between laughs and falls he had a great time!!

The Ferris Wheel

2009-01-18T23:20:00.005-05:00

Stan and Andrew worked on this ferris wheel from a K'nex set that Andrew received for Christmas. It is battery run and goes around. To reward their efforts, I now have it sitting on my kitchen table.

More snow . . .

2009-01-15T22:44:00.004-05:00

This is a line of trees across the field from the Ad Building where I work.

The neighbor's property is so picturesque in any season.

This is the view outside my office window. I have enjoyed the snow this year, so far!!

Snow on Sunday

2009-01-11T21:28:00.002-05:00

More Snow on Saturday

2009-01-11T21:02:00.004-05:00

Andrew headed out again on Saturday to enjoy some more sledding. He joined his cousins, Caleb, Christian, and John. Stan took this cute shot.

Snow on a Friday Evening

2009-01-09T21:29:00.009-05:00

Andrew and I headed out this evening with a sled. Brittany, Brooke, Lori, and Stephanie joined us on the long hill behind Rhoades Hall. Of course, Andrew and I managed to stop at Grandma's for a cup of hot chocolate.

Loving the Routine

2009-01-06T19:08:00.010-05:00

The excitement of the holidays with all the secrets, gifts, meals, parties, and games is over. Now I am back to the routine of heading to work, sending Andrew back to school....I find myself relishing the thought of routine. I thoroughly enjoyed my vacation, but there is something about getting back to the routine that is fresh and new as I venture into 2009!

When I consider the news about the world conflicts and economics, I can easily feel overwhelmed. But somehow I keep hearing the voice of the Master saying, "Peace, be still!" Whatever may lie ahead during 2009, it is always reassuring to know that the Prince of Peace will be right there with me. Nothing takes Him by surprise!

Grant unto me your servant:
To my God--a heart of flame
To my fellow men--a heart of love
To myself--a heart of steal.
--Augustine (adapted)

Celebrating 10 Years!!

2009-01-02T17:17:00.009-05:00

January 1st marked ten years since Stan and I were married. Time sure does fly. I thank the Lord for a wonderful husband and 10 happy years.

Merry Christmas

2008-12-24T13:47:00.002-05:00

A Merry Christmas to all my blogging friends!! My computer at home is down for a couple of days. I will be back in touch after the holidays!!

Kindergarten Christmas Party

2008-12-20T00:31:00.000-05:00

Salem Christmas Program

2008-12-15T09:53:00.005-05:00

Mrs. Cheryl Forrider did another great job with the children's Christmas Program. The picture is a little bit dark, but you can see Andrew holding up his star.

. . . Snowflake Evening

2008-12-12T21:46:00.001-05:00

The annual AWC Christmas Banquet was tonight. The Student Council did an excellent job of decorating. We enjoyed seeing all the new couples that you will soon hear about. The food was great topped off with Mrs. England's pies...sooo delicious.

It Did Not Run Away!

2008-12-09T22:55:00.005-05:00

Andrew was pretty proud of this gingerbread boy that we made. Although he made a point of telling me that the gingerbread boy was not alive, he watched to make sure that it did not run away.

Finishing the Kitchen

2008-12-08T18:22:00.011-05:00

I am slowly fixing up our apartment...one room at a time. My husband recently painted the kitchen for me, and I put up some decorations. Then during Thanksgiving I was able to sew curtains for it. The cloth I used for the curtains matches my dishes (pfaltzgraff--orleans pattern). I found the cloth on ebay.

The picture is a puzzle that my neighbor, Rev. Edwin Manners, put together. China cupboard is from my Grandma Mcpherson's Aunt.

The Waiting Bride

2008-12-06T23:11:00.004-05:00

Enjoyed going to Abby Reitz's bridal shower today. She looked beautiful and happy. The shower was a in a lovely decorated room at Essex. It was hosted by Pam Reitz and Amy Stratton. Several ladies brought in delicious goodies. Abby received a lot of nice useful gifts. Best wishes, Abby!!!

Sisters of Encouragement

2008-12-02T23:08:00.003-05:00

We had a lovely Christmas get together at the parsonage this evening with a gift exchange amoung the sisters of encouragment.

One Little Indian . . .

2008-11-30T22:48:00.002-05:00

Sue Myers helped the kindergarten class with this costume.

Annie Visits

2008-11-27T22:27:00.007-05:00

Andrew spends many lonely hours without a playmate, so he was delighted when his cousin, Ann Marie, stayed overnight with us. They played together all day!! When she left this evening, a little boy's heart was crushed!

Cousins Game Night

2008-11-27T00:54:00.003-05:00

Thanksgiving Dinner at AWC

2008-11-25T23:05:00.009-05:00

Once again we gathered for a Thanksgiving dinner in the dining hall at AWC. The Student Council did a great job of decorating for the event. The kitchen crew provided another superb meal. Joe Ball and Miss Ritchey shared memories of God's blessings and Thanksgiving. Susanna Sturtevant, Kasia Cope and Valerie Quales sang a special. We all joined together to sing a couple choruses of praise. All in all, it was a lovely evening! Here are some pictures of the decorations.

Time for a Coat

2008-11-23T22:06:00.009-05:00

just out the door

a final goodbye to mom

We are thankful that we have the church academy nearby. Andrew leaves just before I do in the morning. He goes over to the Quales where he waits with Brittany and Brooke Quales for Barb Sannes to pick them up. In the afternoon Valerie Quales brings Andrew, her two girls, and Barb's two boys, Victor and Bradley, back from school.

Andrew has enjoyed every moment of his school experience for which we are very thankful.

The Beauty of Snow

2008-11-23T00:00:00.004-05:00

Outside kitchen door

Neighbors

Shopping before the Christmas Rush

2008-11-22T23:30:00.003-05:00

After spending nine hours overtime this week at the office, I was more than happy to go Christmas shopping today with Mom. Andrew does not always look forward to shopping, but he soon fit right into the mood with us. We started out at Lion and the Lamb right here in Salem and then moved on to Value City in Alliance. They are closing in just four days and had everything 70% off. I did not pick any Christmas gifts up there, but did find some things for baby showers. (I always like to have things tucked away, so that I do not have to make a special trip to town just before a shower.) We then went over to Carnation Mall. I was able to find some things there for people on my list. We did not think our day would be complete without going to Ollies in Canton. I found some really good buys!!! The day was very profitable, and I was able to get gifts for most of the people on my list. The delightful part of Christmas is giving. It is so rewarding when you know that you found that perfect gift for someone special in your life. A bonus--I will not have to shop with the larger crowds next week after Thanksgiving!