I know that this is a bit late, but it is that time of year again… Time to wish everyone a “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!” This year was the year that I almost didn’t make it to my Grandparents house due to the weather (as it was Jess and I braved the freezing rain, a low tire, and etc…). Unfortunately Dad got stranded in Algona and was unable to make it, but we did have Tena’s new husband and Jess so that helped a little bit 
Here is a picture of everyone, for more photos of Christmas see my Flickr page. The highlight of the night was the Candle light service (yes they had it even though the children’s program was canceled) where Grandma’s new knees allowed her to play her bells and tear around the whole church.
This is also the time of year for Christmas cards, I am still finishing up mine but have mailed most of them. This year Jess and I did a joint mailing with each other’s letters on one piece of paper. We also saved on postage by including our “Save the Date” cards for our wedding. Below is our Christmas letter: