Turkey, Family and Grandma

Well, Thanksgiving was wonderful, spending it with The Lyons side of the family. It was great to see Kelly and her two children, Andrew and Megan. The food was yummy and family time made it even more special. That day we also put up our Christmas Tree. The boys were so excited. Rogan was amazed and mesmerised by the lights. The boys enjoyed helping Marc put up the tree and lights. Grayson told me, "Mommy, our tree is beautiful!" Rogan was such a good helper like big brother Grayson with hanging all our special ornaments.

Shortly after Thanksgiving Day all our attention became focused on Grandma Callaway. My mother, myself and Sarah had just been to visit her on Monday (before Thanksgiving) and by Thanksgiving Day, she had taken a down ward spiral with her health. Her kidneys started shutting down as did every thing else. It was so hard seeing her in so much pain but to hold her hand and comfort her made it worth every minute. In the next few days, Grandma got worse by the hour. Saturday morning she was no longer able to communicate with us but she could still hear us. She was ready to 'Go Home' as she had been stating the last few weeks, meaning she was ready to meet her maker and ascend to heaven. Around 1:30pm November 27 th Grandma got her Christmas wish and was taken to heaven. Her passing was so peaceful and beautiful. I feel blessed to have been by her side as she was taken to heaven, what a wonderful gift. She came home for Christmas just like the song. We all know she is in a better place but I still miss her each and every day. It is funny how many things remind you of that special loved one when they are no longer with us. I know she is with us in spirit but I still see her and think of her every where I turn.

Thanksgiving was a bitter sweet time for us all. Lots of joy and lots of sorrow. I know Grandma would want us to rejoice for her so that is what we are all trying to do. Her memory will live on inside of everyone she has touched. We are now counting down the days for Christmas and getting ready to visit Santa at The Children's Museum and The LS Ayres Tea Room. We also are having breakfast with Santa and squeezing in a trip to Christmas at the Zoo and a drive around the circle. Earlier this week we went to Grandma Lyons house and had lunch and helped her put ornaments on their tree. Love and happiness to all of our families! Today we are enjoying staying around the house, playing in the snow and baking.