“Life with kids is unpredictable. Their propensity to live “in the moment” clashes easily with our “perfect plans.” — Jill Savage

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

DECEMBER 30 MONTH IN REVIEW HAPPY NEW YEAR

 




Meditations of My Heart - Danny and Martha.
Believe it or not we live about a mile or two apart and once in a while we meet for lunch.
They are as fantastic as you can imagine they are.
This was a Thai luncheon.



Ruth Group party from church.



Party with Edna at her assisted living.




My boys, my son, his son my grandson, my husband, and my other grandson.



My brother's family.  



Dinner Christmas Eve.



Christmas dinner on Christmas Eve.





Christmas Eve.





Christmas Eve at my grandson's house.



Light show we walked through.





We went out to eat Christmas Day - just the three of us.

SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!



















22 comments:

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...

Happy NewYear! I hope that 2026 is an even better year with many more celebrations!

🌲 Debby said...

I enjoyed all your family photos. Happy New Year! It's been a pleasure reading your blog this year. God bless

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh, that Thai food looks delicious. There was a little Thai restaurant in my hometown that we used to go to, and it was really good. So glad you shared some of your time with Edna, and even decorated her room! A wonderful photo of the guys. The table looks lovely for Christmas Eve. I like the touch of greenery in the center of the table. Your grandson has a nice home. That light show! - it's so pretty. I've always loved the colored lights at Christmastime. Where did you go to eat on Christmas Day? I want to get Chinese food for the new year! I've been craving it haha. I hope this new year brings many wonderful things to you, Sandie. And I'm so grateful for our blog friendship.

~Sheri

Ginny Hartzler said...

You had a lot of fun! Now I am wondering what place was open to eat at on Christmas Day!

Mevely317 said...

What a super "show and tell", Sandie ..... I love these sorts of photo stories. I'm so glad you're continuing to gather with Martha and Danny. Maybe someday I/we can make it 6 around the table!

photowannabe said...

Love the Family photos and all the fun times of eating and conversation. Love all the ways of making memories.
Happy New Year
So glad we are Blog Friends
Sue

CheerfulMonk said...

Happy New Year!

Prims By The Water said...

We love Thai food. Have not had it in awhile. Need to get some soon. Now you have me craving it. LOL Happy New Year! From the pics you had a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends. Janice

Gemel said...

What lovely times you enjoyed catching up with all who you love. The light show is spectacular!

Ann said...

Looks like you had a fun filled December

Pamela M. Steiner said...

Oh, this all looks like so much fun and happy times together. And how wonderful that you and Martha Jane and Danny live close to each other! What a blessing that would be!! Looks like you had a wonderful Christmas in every way!! Happy New Year!

Victor S E Moubarak said...

How wonderful to have the family around. I like the light show.
Happy New Year. God bless.

NanaDiana said...

Happy Happy New Year to you, Sandie. It looks like you had a great December. xo Diana

Shug said...

Oh my goodness....I did not realize that you guys lived that close to each other. How Awesome!!! Now I will know that if I ever make it over that way, I could have dinner with 2 very special blogging friends. It's great to see your family Sandie.. I know you all had a very Blessed Christmas and were able to spend some time just catching up and enjoying each other. Happy New Year to you and all of yours..

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Loved all the photos. How wonderful that you got to do those things with the people that you love and care about. All the best to you in 2026!

acorn hollow said...

Happy New Year
Cathy

jack69 said...

WOW what a great post. Love the pictures and especially YOUR MEN! Good shot. We have enjoyed reading your Blog in 2025. Wishing you a Very Happy New Year and the BEST in 2026, gonna be hard to remember that when writing dates. LOL Sending love your way from Florida, Sherry & jack (stay warm)

Catherine said...

Happy New Year to you and your family! Nice to be with your family for Xmas and new year! Nice family pictures!

Jo-Anne's Ramblings said...

This was wonderful everyone looks happy, I wish you the followimg
May your home be filled with laughter, love, and warmth throughout the year.

May you find success in your endeavours, both big and small.

May good fortune shine upon you, bringing prosperity and peace.

May the spirit of mateship strengthen your bonds and bring you closer to those around you.

May you always have time for a yarn with friends, a good cuppa, and the simple joys that make life so special

Brenda Kay Ledford said...

Happy New Year to you and your wonderful family!

DeniseinVA said...

A lovely gathering of Family and Friends! Very special indeed! Wishing you all A Very Happy and Healthy New Year to you all!

MELODY JACOB said...

What a heartwarming recap. Your month is full of family, friends, and sweet celebrations love seeing all the smiles and gatherings.

I just shared a new post and would love for you to stop by and take a look!