Today we went to the annual family Christmas party at mom and dads house.
Samantha (niece):
Peter (nephew):
My brother, Brad, and his daughter Piper.
In the corner is my Aunt Karen:
Dad told stories about our family history. His people did come on the Mayflower. He is also related to the famous Chief Massasoit. His family were among the early pioneers to cross the plains into Salt Lake valley.
On moms side we are related to many famous Indian Chiefs, adventurers and fur trappers:
Mom and my Aunt Linda:
Debera (my oldest sister)
Shes a school teacher:
These two boys belong to my nephew, Shawn.
That's Shawn on the left and his wife Lilly.
My brother, Brian is sitting between them.
Three of Deberas four grown kids; Devan, Ryan and Stefanie.
Debs husband, Dave, is on the end:
Me and Sarah.
The rest of my little family will join us in about a week:
Joe
Merry Christmas (almost)