For the last several years, we have developed a tradition of decorating our Christmas tree with a patriotic theme. Although there are plenty of exceptions, many of the ornaments and lights are red, white and blue. This year, we bought a set of five ornaments from the Patriot Post – one for each of the branches of the military. This is the Marine Corps ornament.
Every year Santa Claus drives his sleigh through the neighborhood stopping to visit with the kids. I took this picture during last year’s drive by Santa.
Snowman on a fuzzy red Christmas stocking. Click image for large size.
This is a good thing. At the range last weekend, we encountered a scout troop mustering in front of the range. As we were getting ready to leave, I spoke with one of the adults that organized the shooting event. He said there were fifteen scouts there for firearms education with six adults to supervise.
This is something that we like to see – kids getting familiarized with the proper techniques and attitudes that should be prerequisite for firearm ownership. I am especially glad that here in California, some good folks are taking the time to get these kids familiarized with shooting.
Over the weekend, we got out some of the Christmas decorations. I took a picture of some blue ornaments in a box and managed to get a self-portrait as a bonus.
I took this photo of a poinsettia we brought home from the flower shop. Pretty enough to be a Christmas card, right? Click on the image for a very large view.
