Issues...

First, we'd like to extend our condolences to Mark and Laurie on the loss of their dog Roxy in a tragic accident...

We've been better, too. Right now, Kenny, Beth, and I have colds, Stephen has some congestion at night, and poor Hope has been beside herself since our hot water heater went on the fritz this week. We at first thought it was because of a defect part that had been recalled by the manufacturer, so they sent us a new one (free until we had it expedited to us via overnight shipping). Hope replaced this part, but the problem remained... So, hopefully the repairman will be able to replace whatever else is malfunctioning.

We are hitting the busy Christmas season, with Hope and the kids going to a birthday party this afternoon, then Hope and I will take Stephen with us to a Christmas party at our friends the Saffolds tonight. Kenny and Beth will be staying with their favorite babysitter, and they're excited about that! We have several more Christmas parties next week, and we are looking forward to heading up north the following week.

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