"Great Papa T"

This week we lost my sweet grandpa. Otherwise known as "Great Papa T" by his great grandkids. Grandpa may have been the most tender-hearted man I've ever known. He had a very kind disposition, hilarious sense of humor, & a love for old cars & motorcycles.

Our trip to California ('07) for his surprise 90th birthday party.

A little help from the kids with his MANY candles,

& his first time meeting Jack.

Grandpa with his three daughters...Chris, Mom & DeAnn.

He lived a long, honest & good life.

We loved him dearly... he will be missed!

Christmas 2009

Christmas Eve at the Camerons...

Delicious dinner, which Jack missed due to unbreakable attention to his DS.

Just one present tonight... jammies for all!

A plate of goodies for Santa & hot chocolate for the girls. I think Dave was sucking the fumes from the whipped cream bottle!

One last tracker check on Santa & a couple of bedtime stories.


Before we knew it... CHRISTMAS MORNING!

Dave's traditional Christmas morning breakfast. This year he was prepared to make everyone whatever they wanted, and gauranteed it would be done in 2 minutes or less. He did not disappoint!

A little bit of quality time with our new toys...

Back to Grandma & Papa C's house for more fun! More gifts, time with family (also the chance to skype with Grandma & Papa O. in England), & another yummy dinner!

We hope everyone had as wonderful a Christmas as we did.

Only 364 days till we get to do it again! This year, I WILL start my shopping earlier!

Our Star Student

Rian was chosen Student of the Month at school and we are so proud of her. She has been working very hard and is excelling in reading. I enjoyed meeting her for breakfast the morning of the assembly, and watching the awards (without Jack!). I even got to be there to see her principal, Ms. Wisner, kiss a pig! Congrats, Rian!