Sadly I just realized that this is the only picture we took this Christmas. But since we have no chillins and Zoey is much cuter than me I thought I'd post this one anyways. My sister-in-law Wendy bought these cute Santa outfits for the dogs (left, Daisy middle, Zoey right, Gus - the Whatcott dogs). They were all thoroughly enjoying being dressed up as you can tell. Anyways, Christmas was a little different this year at the Whatcott home. Justin had to work Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (I guess people still need emergency services even on holidays - go figure). I spent the night at my parents house which was fun and just like the old days, but at the same time I felt the other part of my family missing. I visited Justin for a few hours Christmas eve and then on my way home (to my parents house) he called me and said that he was just watching a movie by himself. That's no way to spend Christmas eve! I started bawling and had to turn around and go back because I didn't want him to be alone. He ended up getting a call before I got back down there but it really made me realize that Christmas is not about giving or receiving, it's about being with the people you love. In the middle of my emotions I stopped to think about how lucky I was that I could even see him for Christmas. At least he was not in another country fighting for our freedom. We are all so lucky to have the ones we love close to us. I'm so thankful for Justin and all that he does for me. I'm thankful for my family (and Justin's family) too and I'm so glad I have them close by. FAMILY ROCKS! I love you all!
