Wish our son could be here

All the projects are finished. Baking is done. Prime rib is seasoned and ready for the rotisserie over the grill. Presents are wrapped. Our daughter, Amber, arrived safely... But, our son, Brit couldn't get here from Japan. It's a long way... We miss him. This is the third Christmas he's missed. The US Navy keeps him busy.
To all of you who are missing loved ones around the table tomorrow... I send you my warmest hugs. I know how you feel.
Merry Christmas and a most wonderful New Year to all.
Hugs from Mary

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  1. Angela FlowersMooreDecember 24, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    You were the winner of the little journal giveway on the blog Hop Party. Please send your address so that I may send it to you. e-mail msayfm@aol.com
    Merry Christmas to you and yours and hope you enjoy Amber and get to see Brit real soon.

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  2. MaryBethDecember 25, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Please tell your son thanks for giving up so much to keep our country free. My son is in the Army and in Germany. Thank goodness for Skype!!! Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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