you & i have a better time than most can dream

Due to a scheduling or communication error we gained an extra day with Granny and Boppy. Truly, what was the loss for the medically needy in Lynden was our gain. We are lucky to be able to live and work overseas yet still be close enough for ten-day long (even if we stole one) visits! As is the usual case they came with two suitcases and left with one - leaving gifts a plenty - literally in every room of our house, we are all feeling very spoiled today (swinger video).
According to the weather network they are flying into 0 degrees celsius that feels like -4; it has to feel colder then that if you woke up in 26 degrees though doesn't it? With Oliver continuing to strengthen his, "i don't want to wear clothes" attitude, i truly am nervous for the festive season.
Oliver was terribly excited to open his first Christmas gift with mom (right) - he thought the box and the wrapping paper were awesome (he declined comment on the contents however).
Karli and i both took personal days last Friday enabling us to spend some time at a near by beach, sleeping in and enjoying the four extra hands that were eager to help out. Boca Chica is a great place especially when it is your "local."

Without stepping on next week's toes, Karli and i have begun the week long celebration of our anniversary. It is hard to believe how much can happen in a year! Everyday we are talking about what was going on and the emotions we had a year ago. Those of you who participated in Las Terrenas or from afar we want to renew our thanks to you.