I did these 3 mug rugs for each of the two gals at work. I had a lot of fun doing them. The peppermint and the egg were patterns. The tree was my own design. My quilting is still a "work in progress."

It was so fun having all the kids home for Christmas. It was the second time in the last seven Christmases that we were all together. It could be the last one for a few years also. It was very relaxing. We played "Word on the Street" (lots of fun!)

and lots of Canasta.

Had to take the out-of-towners to the new visitor's center and Quarry.

Alicia spent probably four hours decorating cookies. It was hard to eat them, but we managed. She really has an artistic touch.

What a wonderful Christmas! Bryce and Alicia came back for New Year's and Grandpa and Grandma Burt joined us on Sunday. Lots more Canasta. A great way to begin the New Year!