Happy New Year!!!

2010 is already gone, and we are looking forward to what 2011 has to offer. We are gearing up for our move to Okinawa in May. I have too many things to do before then, but I am gearing up to start my "To Do" list. We have had a busy past month. My family came out for a visit. On Dec. 16 Mom, Dana, and the boys flew out, and we enjoyed a rain soaked week in CA. I have never known it to rain so much. Everyone took the weather in stride, and we still enjoyed each other's company. On Dec. 25, I was unexpectedly greeted by Joni, Jonathan, and Brandon. Mom and them had planned the entire surprise since Oct. and I never had a clue. I don't know what this really says about me. I am guessing I will never work for the FBI. LOL We hit the ground running with everyone on Dec. 26th. We got a tour of the West. First stop was Vegas. I think everyone enjoyed it, even if no one became a millionaire. We then drove to the Grand Canyon. I can never see it too many times. I love visiting every time. I am glad we got to show the boys one of the natural wonders of the world. We made another pit stop in Vegas for one night. After that, it was laundry time at home. We headed out the next day for a 3 day trip to San Francisco. The rain of course followed us, but we had a great time and ended up with umbrellas as souvenirs. We returned just in time for Mom, Dana, and the boys to have one rest day before leaving to go back to SC Jan. 4. Joni, Jonathan, and Brandon were able to stay until Jan. 8. We had a great time. Joni got engaged in San Francisco. So, I offered to take her engagement photos. I think she has a few good photos to pick from.

All in all I had a wonderful few weeks with my family. I am headed home for a visit in April before we leave for Okinawa. It is hard to be so far away from my family. I guess that just makes me treasure my time with them even more.

I hope everyone has a great week.