Right about when Seattle's snowstorm was coming to a close, we decided to enter another one in Hood River, Oregon!! :) On the day we left for Oregon, David's parents already had well over 2.5 feet of snow! The interstate that goes to their house had already been closed for 3 days due to the snow, so we made a break for it on Christmas Eve, hoping to get there before it might close down again. Although we did have a "minor encounter" with a snow bank ;), we are thankful we made it down with only "bumps and bruises" on the truck. We're also so very thankful for the Parker Family-- everyone in our immediate family was able to make it for Christmas, so it was a very special time...and a slight bit crazy. :) We had 17 people living in a 3 bedroom house, for a week!! We are so thankful and blessed to have such a wonderful family that loves each other and Jesus (how else could we all survive a week together ?! ;)
This is our newest niece, Hannah Grace Parker.(Daughter of James & Kimiko).
David brought along the turkey fryer for a special Christmas dinner...we had a few skeptics, but I think all have now recanted.
Christmas Dinner (only half the family fit at the table)
Our nieces and nephews having their own special moment.
Fun in the Snow
As you can see, this was a pretty big snowman...9 feet tall!
So, you may be wondering,"what do 17 people do for a week in 1 house?"
Answer: Games. Lots and lots of games. :)
This was by far the most entertaining "game" of the week. We had Wii games going all the time, and even had a Parker bowling tournament. I think the Wii holds the distinct honor of being the only game that all 4 Parker brothers have played together. How sweet. :)
The proud winner of our bowling tournament: Micah! He even bowled a perfect game!
Titus got a policeman outfit from his sisters, and dutifully wore it every day I think. :)
This was part of the "Hobo Hilton" living room sleeping quarters :)With 6 of us sleeping in there, it did get a little interesting.
Faith and Hannah(the girls LOVED doing anything with Baby Hannah, or anything with babies in general...as evidenced by the picture below)
The Pichura girls found other ways to "play baby" when Hannah was napping...their unbelievably mild mannered dog Tessie puts up with just about anything!
The snow just kept coming and coming!
David's mom Sandy, and a very happy Hannah.
Our nieces and nephews--some of our greatest Christmas gifts!
2 comments:
What wonderful memories! We were so glad to host the happy moments you all shared together. The local newspaper even posted the snowman in full color with the children in the foreground. This was a Christmas we will all cherish for years to come. Thanks to everyone for making our celebration a spaecial time! Love Mom & Dad
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