Claudia and Shane

Shane and Claudia

Claudia, Shane and I met up at the Methodist-Presbyterian Church in Limerick.  That was back when Shane was very small.  Now he's quite a big boy.  Claudia has a wonderful spirit.  She loves the Lord and has been on a life-journey which has led from Brazil to Ireland to California, where John lives.

She and John met online.  He eventually came to Ireland to seal the deal.  They became engaged shortly before the above picture was taken.  I was so happy when they paid me a visit at Lahinch, where I was staying in Winnie's granny flat.  Claudia wasn't quite ready to leave Ireland, due to visa requirements and such.

Now, at this writing, she and Shane are in Californis with John and Rachel, his daughter.  Her Christmas greeting reflects her happiness.  I wish them sooooo much love and joy in their new life.

Meanwhile---

Christmas is becoming what it is.  This year, it's gifting, of course, but with a little more care in expenditures.  Cookies have been baked and distributed; presents wrapped; and parties with friends, happily accomplished.  The house is still on the market, so I'll be seeing the new year in at my little townhouse on Windbluff Drive.  Rebecca will be with me at the Christmas eve candlelight service (if all works out) and will be here Christmas day along with Ben and Heather, my darling grandson and his beautiful wife.

In case you're wondering, you can find my first fiction effort at: Shannon Song by Dorothy Fairchild

Now, I must hustle around and get ready for Silver Sneakers at 11:30.

More later...