Christmas morning 2010

Woke up this morning thinking of all the Christmas' past.  Having been born a twin and being the sixth of seven children gives me many memories to look back on during these special times.  Six of the seven are still going, but my twin has passed on from his earthly bond.  I still think about him on these days even though it has been 15 years.  To die before the age of 50 is sad to me.  I still have 3 brothers and 2 sisters to think about, but the day is not complete until I think of him and all the times we had in that old cold house on Honore Ave.  Born in the 40's and growing up in the 50's was truly an experience to look back on with many fond memories along with some that were pretty crazy.  But for now, I am in the present preparing the wonderful Italian dinner we have made our tradition and waiting for our boys, their wives and their girls to get here to share in this most holy day.  Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays or whatever you intend to celebrate today....make it one that you will be able to look back on as a good Christmas past.