It was a last minute plan but I went to the movies with Alex, Katelyn and Jean-Luc.  We hung at the mall because the movie did not start until 3:30.  I found some great Nightmare Before Christmas characters and found 3 video games to buy. I sure the guys did not really like the mall walk but they were patient.We saw “Twilight”.  It was a good movie.  It is gear to the teenage crowd.  Katelyn and Jean-Luc really like it.  They are looking forward to the sequel We went to the ice cream parlour afterward.  I had pumpkin and cake batter flavors.  We felt stuffed.  We had already indulge in popcorn, pretzel and soda at the movies.  It was a great day and I enjoyed being with the kids.  It was the best way to end the new year.  One strange note of the day, it was Steve’s birthday.  Mom and I found a picture of Steve on her dresser drawer.  Mom, Jo and I swear we did not place it there.  I did not know where the picture was stored even but somehow it was found that morning.

Today is Christmas,  I went to work.  I really do not mind, it’s like giving a gift to the patients.  I try to do something extra for them or make them smile.  The trouble this year is that I did not make it to bed until 2 am.  Let me tell you, 6 am comes early.  I actually made it to work on time, surprising the other charge nurse.  I was doing well until I hit the wall at 9:30.  I could barely keep my eyes open.  One nurse made me tea and toast.  After a quick rest and meal , I was ready for the afternoon.  Getting paid time and a half, helped to compensate me for my pain.  We were busy at the hospital but I was able to manage to get home early.  Yipee!  I am tired.  A quick nap might be in order.  I had a great time at the Christmas party and love to spend time with everyone.  Love to all of you and thanks for the gifts.

It Christmas Eve, Mom and I went to Christine and Charles house to celebrate Christmas. We decided on a traditional meal so I found myself making not one but two turkeys.  At Thanksgiving, there was no leftovers for turkey sandwiches, so the kids wanted extra turkey for sammies.  I did well making my first turkey, stuffing and gravy (with Mom’s trusted assistance). This chore usually falls to someone else.  We met at Charles and Christine’s house, with everyone bringing their part of the meal.  We were stuffed.  We exchange gifts, allthough I still have mine to give as I did not have time to wrap mine,  Christine and Charles gave everyone a laptop!  I could not believe it.  It is wonderful to use.  I am taking it to work to do scheduling.  Alex received a wonderful Wolverine costume included some serious claws.  I also received some Nightmare before Christmas key chain lights.  This is my favorite movie. I like the characters that Charles got for me. I had to leave at 12:00am because I had to work on Christmas. I finally got to sleep at 2:00 am.  I was not looking forward to waking up at 6 am.  It was nice to spend time with everyone and catch up on things.  We all get so busy that we do not spend much time together. 

We received a phone call from one of Steve’s friend.  Rick S. said he thought of us and call to see how we ( Jo, Mom and I ) were doing.  He seems to be cleaning up his act and doing fairly well.  It was quite a surprise to hear from him and his mom.  We wish him the best and were touched that he call us.