It's almost here...

Can't believe today is December 1st!  2011 has literally flown by and I'm just not ready for 2012 to be here!  That sounds so futuristic, as I've probably posted before...being born in 1953, well, let's just say 2012 would have sounded impossible at that time.  But, here we are!  And the chill with it!  Tallahassee was actually colder than most of the New England states this morning!  How crazy is that?!  It is beautiful outside and right now, it's not that terribly uncomfortable.

Our Thanksgiving was great.  We started out with lunch at Broadview with Carl's mom. They had everything decorated nicely for the fall, and prepared a nice turkey dinner.  Mrs. V was so happy to have her boys with her!

not the best of pictures, but all we had of this...



Later that afternoon, we had a second gathering of all the family, along with our son's future in-laws, for another meal and time of fellowship.  We had visited before this time last year, but this year was even more special, since we had definite plans in the mix. 

The Daviduks

Charlie just would not be serious in any pictures...

If you'll notice the cap...might tell you something.



Carl & Mike after another great meal!



And to add a little punch to the evening, it was decided to go ahead and set the date for their wedding.  Hold on to your hats, it's Christmas Eve...yes, 2011!  Nichole's sister in California will be here for the holidays, and would not be able to come again for nearly a year.  And, since the two of them had decided on a small, family wedding anyway, they just thought, why not?! 

So, quick as a flash, laptop in hand, research was completed on finding a house to rent at the beach that would hold the entire family, and presto...it's set!  Noon on Christmas Eve on the beach between Destin & Ft. Walton.  Beautiful location, and though it's coming up fast, all is great and everyone is happy! 

Can't wait!

More to share on the big event when the time comes.

Have a great weekend, everyone!