My family congregated in Charleston SC this past w-e to celebrate my grandmother's 95th birthday. We met most of Charleston at the Elks Lodge for the big birthday bash. There was music, food, and lots of pictures. Most of my cousins are on Facebook and there is even a Fralix family account where everyone seems to post old pictures from our younger days. I suspect quite a few of the photos from the party are already posted there. I include a picture or two here because well, I'm not on Facebook. I have trouble enough just keeping this blog current, or current enough.
It was great to see my Mama and behold that whole room filled with people, all of whom are directly or indirectly related to her. Pretty cool as well to imagine all the impact she has made and the legacy she leaves by pondering all the people there.
I had hoped to drive to Asheville on Saturday, but the snowy weather keep me in Charleston for an extra day. I did make it there Sunday just in time to attend the Swannanoa Solstice concert with Donna and Susan. That was really a feast for the eyes and ears with various acoustic instruments played, a show with panoramic photos of the mtns in winter splendor, and even a group that performed Scottish step dancing. It was quite a Christmas treat-thank you both for giving us that. Fabulous!
Well, as it is now December 22nd, we are past the shortest day of the year and can celebrate the light returning again. I so look forward to this time of year because I love the light so much. I have a touch of that seasonal affective disorder so my mood is brighter when we have more daylight. I can get more done and enjoy those few extra minutes of light with a longer run or piddling outside. Only 6 more months to June and the longest day of the year. But we have winter and spring to go through first.
Merry Christmas and enjoy the light!
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