Arrival in Virginia, Scott was most helpful in picking us up just after midnight in the early hours of the 17th. Off to our condo for a few hours sleep. First item in the morning was to get two vehicles running. The 1999 Mercury started up right away. The 2013 Ford ... was dead. Had it towed to Ford for a new battery and safety inspection. Next efforts, get ready for Thanksgiving just over a week away. The preparation would begin in full force after a series of medical appointments, the dentist, and shopping.
We borrowed a table and some chairs from the Admiral's Landing Condo ... set up the dining area for the arrival of all our guests.
We were fortunate to have the Land Family join us. Ashley, above, was joined on the balcony by her friend Rob and other members of her family for a sampling of beer which Cam brought to share.
Rob, Cam, Ted, and Ashley on the balcony with the BAE shipyard showing up across the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River from our location.
Jenine is taking care of two of Cam and Katie's children, Sarah and Abby. They appear to be making a sea-shell arrangement on the coffee-table, and doing a fine job at that.
On Bonnie's side of the family: Taylor, Brandi, Joyce, Rhonda, and Bonnie.
The Rood Family, Jonathan, Taylor and Brandi
The Burke Family: Charlie, Bonnie, and John (Charlie's brother)
Taylor and Grandma
Judy, Joyce, Bonnie. Two Grandmothers, and one Great Grandmother.
Sarah, Abby, mom Katie holding Rebekah, and Josh
Taylor (oldest grandchild) holding Rebekah (youngest)
Later in the day Charlie's two grandsons joined us and enjoyed a plate of Thanksgiving Dinner and visiting with Grandpa, Grandma Bonnie and with Uncle John.
Grandma Judy taking care of her grandchildren
Thanksgiving Dinner served
Moonrise over the BAE shipyard
The Norfolk skyline as seen from our Condo Unit #301
Saturday we celebrated Christmas with our Virginia and Tennessee families at Rhonda and Leslie's home
Charlie's son, Scott and his fiancé, Fonda
Jonathan, Brandi, MaMa and Bonnie enjoying the day. Charlie and Taylor had plaid shirt contest!
Our "Birthday Groupies" had a fabulous meal at Bravos celebrating everyone's birthday all at one time since we will be away for a year..such fun and wonderful friends!
We celebrated MaMa's 88th Birthday...YAY!!!
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