Feeling a little holiday stress yet?

Its creeping closer andy nary a gift sent to family afar. The stress is starting to intensify. So trying to keep my stress level down  I made a decision not to put my little Christmas tree up. Not because it is too much trouble, but because of my new pup. I certainly had visions of running around the Christmas tree chasing Baboo for an ornament or two. It would be the updated version of Little Black Sambo whose story had tigers that chased each other around a tree until they turned to butter. No thanks, I will pass this year. 

Tigers chasing themselves to butter

Last night I made a trek to Chadron to watch Taylen's freshman basketball game. I was the official family member in presence because Jessamyn had her work's Christmas party. Taylen is a guard and takes the ball down the court quite frequently. It is sure fun to watch your grandkids grow and start playing sports. It sure has kept me busy of late! Even though it was a loss, the game builds strength of character. They are always winners and losers, it is how you handle the up and downs that makes you a winner in all respects. 

I was very thankful I made the trip home safe and sound. It was snowing and hard to see where the road side ended. Now I really appreciate those rough rumble edges for what they are. It kept me from driving off the road. God looked after me for sure last night so I could be a winner!