we used to have the family functions at my grandparents' farm Like the 4th of July and Christmas, now our (dys)functions are held at my "our-shit-don't-stink-because-we-are-so-much-better-than-thou-art" Aunt and Uncle's, but this year (HA! HA!) it is back at the farm! There is a HUGE shindig going on at my grandparents' church for its' 120th Christmas right on the dates that Auntie planned the family Christmas for all of us back in July, and now the rest of the family have chosen, and usurped Auntie's rule, to go back home for Christmas.

I take great delight in that Auntie was put back in her place. But WAY MORE i take great delight in the possibility of seeing the rest of the family (Come on Mayhem's visa!) and introducing Mayhem to a Christmas, Iowa farm-style!

I hope that your reunion is a happy enjoyable on Lil and I hope that sick kiddos are well soon!