This year’s T-giving was a bit strange. Scheduled to be in attendance at dinner at my parents house:
David & family from Denver, Daniel & family from St. George, and Paul, Elizabeth & I. Cameron was at his dad’s house and Cynthia went to her in-laws.

The doctor told us not to get Elizabeth anywhere near sick people…. so on Wednesday night, I called to see if anyone was sick. Sure enough, Daniel had 2 sick people in his family. Because of that, we decided to stay home. We spent our Thursday afternoon meal at Denny’s. That night, David and his family drove down to St. George and dropped Stephanie (their oldest daughter, age 17) at our house.  She’s really good with Elizabeth.

  Stephanie is the oldest grandchild, Elizabeth is the youngest.

On Black Friday, Paul & Elizabeth stayed home while Steph & I ventured out in the freezing cold in the early morning hours. My entire family came down to St. George to go shopping and to join up for lunch at the Olive Garden.

During lunch, germs were flying everywhere. All who were sick were in attendance, but we tried to stay at the opposite end of the table. We also kept Elizabeth completely covered during the entire meal.

Last night, I called my parents to see how they were doing, now that the stress of the weekend was over. My dad is sick.  3/4 of David’s kids are also sick. Cameron came home from his dad’s house and he’s sick also. I wouldn’t be surprised if more of my family start to catch this cold, as today is day 3 of being exposed.

I have a feeling that this is going to be a very, very long winter. We’re doing our best to keep Elizabeth safe & well. Wish us luck!!