Wander With Wayne

This morning I realized that when I updated my blog, last night, I failed to include some of Tanner's letters to and from Santa. These are some well-written messages, and I feel we might all enjoy them.  Written weeks before Christmas Written on Christmas Eve The Jolly Elf's Reply

Christmas was fun this year. Having Kaneesha back and Tanner's excitement for Santa and his gifts made it extra special. More than anything, Tanner wanted to get a Blue Dragon B-Daman. Santa got one for him and Kaneesha purchased a white one for him. He spent all Christmas Day playing with them. Since Christmas, he has also spent as much time as possible playing with them. As an excited father, I forgot to take any photos on Christmas Day.  Unwrapping gifts at Goodworth family party After Christmas we spent a good time visiting family in Idaho. It was so fun to spend time with parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, and even great nieces/nephews. As we were in Idaho, Myranda said, "We need to buy a cello to keep in Idaho." We currently have a cello we keep at school, and a cello we keep for her at home. I would also love for her to have one in Idaho, so she can play when she feels like it (it's fun to play for cousins and grandparents). Deer in neighbors'...

I began this post before Christmas (December 23). Much has happened since (it's now January 11) but I need to get it posted before I can include additonal posts. Also, I've failed to take many photos during this time period... On Friday, Kannesha arrived from Virginia. While it has only been a short time since she was here for Thanksgiving, it seemed like quite some time since she was with us.  That night we also had the Goodrich Christmas Party at Jim & Beth's (Tyson and Laura are currently living there). Michelle, Tyson, and Noell's families represented the Goodrich family. It was a great time to visit, play games, and eat. We had many of the usual activities (including playing the bells - made from electrical conduit). To make it feel more normal, almost all the meal, treats, and deserts were the items that Beth traditionally cooks. With the great food, the house even smelled like the Goodrich Christmas Party. On the ride home we mentioned Myranda...