I got up at 6:00 am Friday morning to go walk and wrnt out the front door as usual. Walking down the street there was some stuff out on people's lawns. I saw half opened wedding gifts and other stuff I didn't bother to stop and analyse. When I returned an hour later, I went into the garage to get into my car and go to the gym. Lo and behold, my car doors were open, everything inside the car that could be opened was and was left that way, the arm rest console, glove compartment, change drawers, etc. I was kind of shocked but assumed Larry had been looking for something. I went in and asked him and he said no. Hmmm.
When I got back into the car and closed everything and drove away, I suddenly put it together with the stuff I saw strewn around outside and thought, "I think we had a burglar!" When I got back from the gym, we checked and, sure enough, the Audi had also been opned and gone through! Everything opened, etc. I looked up and noticed that my large pantry cupboards were standing WIDE open! What the H! Larry is always leaving his wallet and other crap in the car but he checked and even his change drawer still had some change in it. Thank goodness he didn't leave his wallet in there.
Talking to neighbors, we found at least 5 others who realized they had had visitors in the night. ALL of us had left the garage door cracked open from the bottom for ventilation. Other neighbors lost GPS systems, cell phones, iPods, bags of coins waiting to be rolled, etc. We had none of the those things in our cars so we were lucky. I filed a police report on line as it never occured to me anyone would actually show up but the sherrif came out to another neighbor's complaint.
We learned big lessons, I thought, until Larry refused to put the door all the way. He left it opne about 3 inches. If anyone thinks they can slither under that, they are welcome to go for it.
My girls and I had our third annual Christmas Cook Off last Saturday at Brenda's in Menifee.
Brenda and Larry's sister Eileen stopped cooking long enough for me to take a photo! Eileen's daughter-in-law Amber was also there. She must have been hiding...no foto!
Here is the total family--so far--from this marriage.
We were quite surprised one evening to get a call from theactivities director in the ward requesting Larry to be Santa for the church Christmas party! Very interesting!
He suffered mightily in the heavy velour suit. (Welcome to MY world!) I was his personal water girl for the hour. Kids stood in line. One adorable little girl brought him a present!
Brenda and Tina admire the turkey!
I got a very interesting birthday gift this year. Trilogy homes are not known for their plentiful storage. There is no wasted space but the storage is minimal. 
e verdict!
Brenda was thrilled to make a trip to the Bahamas! Her neighbor, Tunesia, and her mom had planned and PAID FOR a cruise to The Bahamas. Mom had to back out Brenda was invited to take her place.
was filled with other cruise liners and surrounded by beautiful scenery. They taxied to the Atlantis Resort 10 minutes away and got a history lesson on the ride. They swam and enjoyed the beach.
h Tea, Bingo, clubbing, going to the gym, the spa, shows, comedy acts and eating! Brenda is a “foodie” and appreciated the time and effort that went into the delicious dishes, taste-wise and presentation. She also enjoyed her table mates. She had her picture taken “every five minutes.”
revived. 
arious drop off points for school and picking them up again. He was a good sport and, as he has no desire to take cruises, was happy she could go. 
while. Went to church Sunday and had a great dinner of chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and corn. I made
Morgan play hand and foot Canasta with me! Monday morning we had a wonderful breakfast out on the patio...the weather was gorgeous! After breakfast we went up to the pool and played and just relaxed. That afternoon we had a big barbecue. Dan and the boys joined us. (Brenda is on a cruise to the Bahamas! More on that later....) Dan worked on my 
