Rodeo Fun

Last week we got to be "urban cowboys and cowgirls" for the evening. That's right, ma'am. The rodeo came to town! I love watching the cowboys ride the broncs and bulls. I think they're nuts, but it is fun to watch. I dressed Ciara up like a little cowgirl and she thought she could ride the horses. I tried to explain that the cowboys and horses/bulls were having a contest and we want the cowboys to win. She enjoyed it anyway. Here are a few pics of the event.

Cowgirl Ciara

Urban cowgirls

Dave and Ciara at the rodeo

Mom, Aunt Vicki and Uncle Dale

The opening ceremony

Whiplash the monkey riding his dog

Christmas

Christmas has come and gone and all of the decorations are put away for another year. We did have a lovely Christmas being with the family. We gathered at our place this year for Christmas Eve and had good food, fellowship and lots of presents. The children played very well together and we were able to relax. We went to the Outback for our annual after Christmas family meal. Thanks to my sister-in-law and friend(Donna and Rose) for babysitting the bunchkins. It is such a treat to have a meal with all adult conversation:) I was able to spend time with my sister Sharra and her family. I don't see them as often as I would like so it's always a pleasure to be with them. Here are a few pics of our Christmas.
I'm looking forward to a good year even though it seems as if our world is a little shaky right now. God is still in control and I try to remember that.


Ciara helping with the gingerbread house

The bunchkins ready to open presents

Ciara opening her doll house

The kids with Uncle Kevin

Ciara in her Christmas dress