"Festivus" In The Holidome...

Two of my nephews...Del (Tres) and West (who is also my godson).
They walked in, saw the Holidome and immediately changed
into their swimsuits. The waterfall is a perfect jumping perch...
after striking a few poses for their auntie.

Boys will be boys, and even my soon-to-be-51 year old brother
had to show his sons how it's done - lots of air, just the right
amount of "lean" to put the most skin in contact with the water,
and the resulting tsunami of water.

Kes couldn't stand it. She ignored my "suggestions"
(considered "commands" any other day of the year!)
that she stay next to me, and instead spent the afternoon
in the water swimming with the guys.
She was thoroughly smitten with my nephews and couldn't stay
away from them all day! I guess I shouldn't be surprised.

It was more than a little cool sitting with my mum and
sister-in-law and giggling while we watched the wet entertainers.

Of course, what contest would be complete without
the "Feats of Strength"?
West was the winner, hands down!

The Image Of A Proper Hostess...

(Feel free to use this image from one of my 1927 issues of Needlecraft magazine.)

A proper hostess always wears a fancy apron for entertaining.

Yesterday, I got out my good apron as the first of our guests arrived.
By the end of the week, our home and our hearts will be full.
Full to the brim with family and friends, fortunate to be together.

Years from now, we'll remember these times with smiles and affection.
We'll remember who was here for our special Florida week.
I think Kes is the most excited right now. She loves company, and
acts like every familiar or new face to arrive came just to see her.
Silly Labrador!

Tick...Tock...

Only a few short hours and the gang will start to arrive!
Family and friends gathering for
great weather, good food and grand times.
New photos to take.
New memories to make.
Aren't you glad you're invited?