Early Christmas Gifts From Home

Once again, the folks at the office got tired of me saying "My kids are coming". I can't help myself as the visits of those I love most get closer. The Nay family arrived two days before Thanksgiving - and my JOY was immeasurable. We had so much fun while they were here - and tried to cram a lot into those three short days!
Day One: A must-see for all area visitors is Yosemite. Kaycee and Kolten had a great time taking pictures.

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We started our day seeing the big trees in Mariposa Grove. The ride up was a bit too much for half the people in the car and subsequently we were dealing with car sickness all day. But that didn't deter us from having a good time enjoying the grandeur and beauty of these trees. It is phenomenal to me these giant trees can live thousands of years and not be destroyed by fire or the elements. Their roots are shallow but they reach out and intertwine with each other which strengthens them and allows them to staying standing even with the ravages of nature. They remind me of standing firm in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We need to secure our own testimony (or root system), but then we must intertwine it with others united in the Gospel to become strong and immovable when the storms of life try to prevail upon us.

The most photographed spot in Yosemite - El Capitan and Half Dome.

Thanksgiving Day

Our Thanksgiving table. Kelly made the name tags at the last minute drawing free-hand.

 

We spent Friday at Kenny's uncle's home. The kids enjoyed taking pictures, visiting the llamas and he quiet beauty and isolation of this little ranch.

So sad to have to say good-bye to the Nay family. Thank you so much for coming and making my Thanksgiving indeed one of gratitude and thanks for eternal families.  Thank you for coming!

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