Tis the Season... for parties!

The requisite "Christmas Ornament and Bokeh Lights" picture.
Check.
Kids hyped up on sugar.
Check.
Picture of your sister(Kendra) holding your youngest who thinks said sister is her momma sometimes (and sisters kids think I'm their momma sometimes... because our voices are similar and we look a little alike?).
Check.
(And Happy Birthday!)
My dad's very ornery dog, Henry, hiding behind some legs because my mom was trying to banish him to his bed for the evening.
Check.
One poor photographer trying to get a good picture of a niece (Emma), who just wouldn't smile.
Check.

Party last night at my parent's house... newly remodeled to accommodate a growing family of grandchildren. It was excellent. The best part was the meal. Lasagna, garlic bread, green salad, and 11 different kids of chocolate. You know you are at a family function on my side of the family when the desserts outnumber the meal, and every dessert is chocolate. My family is mostly women, too. That might have something to do with it.

Tonight: Ryan's side of the family, where the potluck buffet ranges from meatballs to toffee. Yum!