Merry Christmas

This year we are spending Christmas in Idah0 - this is the first time in over 6 years! We normally go to either Mexico or to Phoenix, depending on which family we are spending the holidays with. And I have to say I love the change this year. We are in a fabulous rental house in Tamarack Idaho. The house can fit all 13 of us comfortably. It's been snowing non-stop since we arrived and it's not suppose to stop any time soon!

Today, despite the advise from my doctor I went snowshoeing. I loved getting all the old ski gear on and heading out into the woods. There is something to be said about being out there with no one else around and listening to the wind blow through the trees. It was so quiet and peaceful! We hiked for several miles and I have to say it's more work then you think- especially if you blaze your own trail! There is probably at least a foot of new snow and even with snowshoes you do sink and so each step is tough. Honestly, I actually loved every step of it! I'm planning on heading out again tomorrow as long as my body is okay with it.

I'm a little nervous about how I will feel tomorrow since I have had a fever for the last 3 days and have been sick to my stomach as well. The fever is hovering now at 100.3 but I feel pretty good. I'm such a horrible patient! I don't listen to my doctors and I do exactly what they tell me not to do. Oh-well - you only live once!

I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas! I'll post pictures of our Christmas vacation later.

... and I heard him exclaim as he drove out of sight, Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night."