My reason for being in Missouri . . like I need a reason . . is Addie’s pre-school Christmas program. When I came in August for her birthday, I didn’t plan to come again til spring, mostly because of the weather and it’s hard for Vince to carry on when I’m not home . . animals to feed, dogs that don’t sleep half the night, a greenhouse to keep warm and watered but when Nicole mentioned coming for the Christmas program, I started packing. It’s pretty unusual for the weather in Texas and Missouri to be cooperative in December. Between snow in Missouri, ice in Texas and rain in either place, as well as me not wanting to drive in rain or snow, a trip from December to March is pretty “iffy”. But the dates before and after the Christmas program, the weather was perfect, all the way from central Texas to southwest Missouri. It’s been a wonderful trip and I’m so happy I was able to attend Addie’s Christmas program. Chad was off, Nicole’s parents, grandparents and her sister and a friend all drove down for the program so Addie had her own little fan club!
Christmas Dress
She got all dressed up in her new dress and shoes!
Addie
When she first got on stage, she was looking and looking or us and I thought she was about to cry. Then she spotted me and said “There’s my Granny!” She called her teacher over and was sating “I see my Granny!”
Addie
She was singing her songs and enjoying the program.
Chad, Nicole and Addie
I’m so glad I was able to come make a trip for Chad’s birthday and Addie’s Christmas program.
Tina in NJ says
I’m so glad it worked out that you could be there! What a nice treat for all of you! Happy birthday to Chad, too.
Doreen says
I’m hoping that the weather holds for a while longer through your area. We leave (from S.E. MN) for So. Texas right after Christmas.
Addie is the sweetest and I’m so glad that this trek worked!!!! That is a wonderful family photo!!!!!! Ya never really know how a child is going to do in such a program.
Sherrill says
What a cute little family!! Chad’s a handsome guy, Nicole is beautiful and Addie is just adorable!! Glad you were able to be there for the program! Poor Vince 🙁
Marilyn S says
What a wonderful photo of all of them. Blow it up and have it framed – one for you and Vince and one for them. I know how proud of them you must be! And for toppers – so glad that you could be there!
Merry Christmas!
Melinda says
We were in Fulton, MO over the weekend. It is 640 miles from Georgia and this is the second trip in 3 weeks. The first time it snowed and this time it rained but the temperature was in the 60’s during the day.
Unfortunately we went for my MIL’s funeral so it was sad but still good to see everyone. Glad you went for a happy occasion.
Carolyn says
This has truly been a trip full of wonderful memories to travel home with. I know Vince, the dogs and Cat have missed you, but what a sweet homecoming you will have too. Drive safely.
Dottie N. says
What beautiful pictures – thanks for sharing. So glad the weather has worked out so well for your travels, too! Wishing you safe travels back.
PattiLynn says
Happy you got to make the trip! Addie and her Christmas dress are beautiful. Hope the good weather holds for your trip home. I’m sure Vince will be glad to have you home!
SaraF says
What a beautiful little family! Glad you got to go for her program.
Penny from So CA says
This is wonderful that you are visiting Chad, Nicole & Addie especially to attend her Christmas Program & to be there for Chad’s birthday! I hope that you get your own framed picture of the 3 of them in front of the Christmas Tree ~ they are truly a beautiful little family! Silly me! I have little tears (of joy, of course) after reading this post!
Linda in NE says
The weather has been surprisingly agreeable here in NE too. That week this month in the 50s & 60s totally spoiled us. We’ve had a little snow, a little ice, but it never lasts long with the mild temps.
Addie’s Christmas program fan section sounds like my granddaughter’s basketball cheering section at her last game I went to….thirteen plus a baby & a pre-schooler who didn’t really pay attention to the game. 🙂
Marsha says
What previous memories! Glad everything worked out for your trip. Addie is so cute . Merry Christmas
Nancy Boyd says
She is such a cutie. So glad you got to Missouri. Yes, our weather has been more than summer. You and Vince have a Merry Christmas.
Bon says
How neat that you could make the trip.
Stephani in N. TX says
Grand little family, and yay for you that you could be there!
Dar in MO says
I thought there was a good reason the sun has been shining so brightly here in MO the last few days. It was because you were here and the happy occasion of the Christmas program and birthday. Addie looked like the angel that she is. Chad looks more handsome as he matures and slimmer too. Great family photo of them all.