Dec. 9 - 13, 2013 COLD SNAP

It stayed freezing cold all week.  Mike took aggressive measures to make sure our pipes did not freeze at night.  The snow that fell on Dec. 1st is still here, but it is beautiful in along the American River in Ponderosa Resort

Sun., Dec 8, 2013 - 49 er fans

Today we visited with Dad, went to Sacramento farmer's market, then took Pappa Murphy's pizza over to Steve and Terri's house to watch the 49rer game on TV.  Steve and Mike are compatible sports watching fanes, and Terri and I started a new knitting project - fingerless hand warmer gloves.

Sat. Dec. 7, 2013 - Snow shower at Katrinas

We drove in to spend the night at Kelly's house last night because it is COLD here and because we wanted a chance to visit with Eric and Claudia once more before they take off for Mexico.

I made a pot of chili and Eric made corn bread and salad for dinner last night.

Today we drove up to Auburn to have breakfast at Katrina with Eric and Claudia
 and Claudia got to see her first snow shower since childhood.

Thurs. Dec. 5, 2013 - COLD SNAP

It is so cold we are taking steps to keep the pipes from breaking at night - drain the tanks, etc.  But it was warm inside - we had turkey noodle casserole and salad for dinner.  Yum!

We decided NOT to fix the bug.  I put an add on Craig's list and sold it for a fair price for a vehicle with no transmission to a guy who knew how to fix it.  Good for all.  Now we are a one car family.

Wed. Dec. 4, 2013 - PEO and sleepover, Hats and taps

Last night Mike stayed home with the four kids.  They had another home cooked feast in the motorhome, then played pool in the family lodge. 

I drove in to Auburn to attend a Chapter XC PEO meeting at Chris's house, then had a sleepover at Rich and Dollie's house.  Dang!  I forgot to take a picture:(

I drove down to Visit with Dad this afternoon.  Connie, Eric and Claudia were there,

too, and we were all treated to a tap dance show by two members

                                                  of the Hats and Taps tap dancer troup.  

Christmas tunes.  Very fun

Tues. Dec. 3, 2013 - Cozy dinner and a show at home

Both sons and their girlfriends came for a visit

We had turkey soup and salad inside for dinner because the weather is turning cold.

Then had a fire and were serenaded by Eric and Curt on guitar and ukulele 

 

 

Mon. Dec. 2, 2013 - Bye Bye Bug

I had the bug towed to Auburn Autohaus and sad, but true, learned the transmission is shot.