Christmas is special with family and friends.

We did arrive on Christmas Day in time to see the girls open their presents, including the ones we brought. Here are more pictures of the grandbabies.

I was interested to receive a shocked note from someone questioning why I posted my astrological sign on this blog; the person said I needed to check my faith. I deleted the email instead or replying, but later thought that if it were not for astrology, the belief that the stars fortold events on earth there would have been no wise men come to visit the Baby Jesus. They were astrologers and a star led them to the one born king of the Jews.

Maybe my critic should check his faith!

Last Friday I reached the age of 65, the beginning of the golden years. I can't say I really feel any differently except it means I will retire in one more year. That is a happy thought.