The Smelker Seven

And A Merry Christmas To All

Early on Monday morning, after a VERY successful Christmas play performance skillfully directed and performed by Terry the night before, we left for Carrollton. Terry's parents, Rich and Star, and Terry's grandmother live in this thriving city on the outskirts of Dallas. Generally they make the trek here to San Antonio, but unfortunately back in July of this year, Terry's grandmother, Marie, suffered from the Shingles and they left her very weak, and in almost constant pain. We drove both vehicles to Carrollton, one for the kids, and one for the gifts! And our kids don't even receive that many presents, it's just when you have five kids a few mounts to many.

We stopped at Terry's favourite restaurant, Cracker Barrel but still made good time there. Traffic was light, I think most people had done their travelling during the weekend. The kids could barely be contained and bounced up and down almost all the way there! Star had done a good job decorating the house, something she hasn't had to worry about for a few years. We FINALLY got the 'littles' to bed and then we made sure Santa visited.

My in-laws asked me for specific ideas on what to get me and I asked for a couple of things, one of which was a renewal to our annual San Antonio Zoo membership. They provided that, so on Monday we are heading to the zoo. They also gave me gift cards to Half Price Books, and also to Ross Dress for Less. Terry bought me a new Study Bible, my last one (also purchased by him) was falling apart.

Terry also got what he asked for - an Airport Express so we can play music throughout the house and also get better wireless connection. He also received MSTK3000 Volume 12, and the Ultimate Superman Collector's Edition DVD's.

So all in all, a great Christmas - here is a photo album put together by Terry of the event: Smelker Christmas 2007

posted by The Smelker Seven @ 3:15 PM