We were looking for a new thing to do as a family besides camping and Margo, a friend, suggested skiing so we went to Mammoth for Thanksgiving, I think. We left our boots in the car and they were so cold and hard it was painful to put them on. I had ice skated as a child so actually caught on to it first. We took a lesson though and soon the boys were zipping and the girls were catching on, too.
We decided we liked it and went to Park City for Christmas. While Richard was on the chair with someone from Chicago they decided to look at the timeshares that were for sell and ended up buying two weeks together. We later acquired both weeks and that became our Christmas trip for many years to come.
We also had a second Christmas Card which said:
It's the fifteenth of December and Christmas cards sit,
Waiting for a picture, a letter, or wit.
Can't find a picture that looks too great,
And no time for posing at this late date.
'No great accomplishments to brag about,
Guess writing a letter this year is out!
Just have to tell you in my corny way,
That all is well--at least for today.
Richard still works at Jones Mortgage too late,
And I'm still talking about losing weight.
It's learning to drive this year for John,
Won't be long till he's always gone.
Linda is curling her hair each day,
And looking prettier in every way.
It's hiking at the beach and in the snow--
The Girl Scouts keep Maria on the go.
Jimmy's attending a new school this year.
Has many interesting trips--"Neat class!" we hear.
Charlie "the St" still jumps at those he adores,
While Samantha the kitten zooms around indoors.
We're thankful for our blessings, too numerous to tell.
And pray that you and yours are happy and well.
Do have a Merry Christmas full of love and cheer.
We're hoping to see you in the Happy New Year!
