Christmas morning we rose and headed south to pick up Dad. I wasn't taking no for an answer this day! We arrived about 930 and headed to Mick & Brandyn's for breakfast. We gave Dad his gifts here. We gave him a coat and shirt, and Jody brought over this cool picture she made of all their siblings. All 11 of them. He thought that was pretty special. Shawn & Ang joined us before heading out to her folks. They actually stayed quite awhile more than us. We left about noonish or so to take Dad to see Mom. It was fun to see the kids and see what Santa brought them. Makes it nice so they don't have to rush out of the house after opening their presents! Linda started the tradition years ago of gathering at her place for brunch. We have started that tradition in our own family. Seems as Mick's house has become the place. Who knows what other years will bring as the family continues to grow. I miss getting together with Linda and her family. It's so hard to accomplish now that our families all have their own families! Dad seemed to enjoy the visit. He's slowly moving along without his lifelong sweetheart at his side. That's hard for him. When he does join us and enjoys himself...he feels guilty that Mom is not with him. Sad isn't it!