I remember Christmas....
This picture is how I remember Christmas. Oh we had the tree and Santa and church and such but the very best part of the holiday was the visits of the cousins! Grandmother Resau (Granny) lived with us and so each holiday all of my dad's brothers and sisters would come on different nights (sometimes the same night as here) and what fun it was getting ready for their visit. I suspect mom kept as mum as long as she could because I was the event planner and dish getter outer of all times...and here is a photo from one of those gatherings.
There was Uncle Ed, Aunt Esther (dad's sister) their children Carl and Eileen
There was Uncle Howard,(dad's brother) Aunt Elizabeth, their children Jim, Tom, Liz Anne
This picture front row - Liz Anne
My sister Becky tucked behind Liz, me and Eileen
That's Aunt Elizabeth behind Liz Anne, Aunt Esther, Tom and my dad Clyde
Then leaning on the doorway is my mom, Granny, Uncle Howard, Carl and behind Carl Uncle Ed.
This picture is taken in the living room in our Hanover house.
Liz and I looked at this photo this summer and we decided her brother Jim was the photographer...good job Jim! Becky was always shy...and I suspect she hid on purpose. But Liz and I think there are some more pictures taken...and so we are looking for one with Becky and or Jim.
For many years, until I left for college this was how Christmas was at our house. The gathering of friends and family on almost everyday between Christmas and New Years....and I loved it!