New Year's Eve

Nate and I invited Nate's family over to ring in the New Year.  We had no other plans so why not have it here?  We played games, ate food, played more games and ate more food.  The kids ran around and played.  We counted down to the New Year at 10:00 p.m. so those who wanted to call it quits a bit early could.  We then didn't do much at midnight.  I think those that were still here were either playing Rock Band or just too tired to do much more celebrating.  I think it turned out great.  Tye thought it was so cool to stay up late.  (He changed his tune the next morning when it was time to get ready for church, though.  It was all my fault he stayed up late and was now so tired- so he says.)

We had a good 2011.  I know a lot of people who can't say that so I feel extrememly blessed to be able to say that.  There was heartache, but all in all it was a good year for us.  A fond farewell to 2011 as we welcome 2012!