Tuesday, Dec 15 Finally my Jayden returned for winter break along with Noah. It was so great to hear the sound of her loud truck pull in the driveway, even if it was 2:30AM. I heard it a good half mile before she arrived because I am a light sleeper. I met them at the door and got them situated. Jayden brought her pup Sage home for Christmas break too. I didn't like the thought of a dog in my house. I wondered where she would stay and how I would keep her off the carpet. I didn't want her to smell, shed, or pee. She was so darn cute, it only took a few minutes and my plan went out the door. She had free roam of the house and was so much fun. She would play fetch and slide across the kitchen floor. She loves her toys and plays with them and carries them all over. She was almost perfect. She had a few accidents on my carpet, which was very upsetting. 3 accidents in 1 month wasn't too bad. I just wish it wasn't on my carpet. Luke loved every minute of Sage. She is such a sweet dog and will sit in your lap. I let her give me kisses and she likes to kiss my ears. She wags her tail and her whole bottom wags and she puts her ears back and licks you. If I could have a dog like her that didn't have accidents and didn't smell like a dog, I could have one in the house.
Jayden had a ton of Rocking J orders to fill and shop, so she worked most of the day. I think Noah was shocked at how cold it is here. When he helped Jayden with chores and would come in so cold. Jayden bought herself a new saddle with some of her business profits. She said it was a Christmas gift to herself. It looks good on Joker.
Thursday my parents wanted to see them both so badly even if they had been exposed. They met in Ames at Hickory Park for lunch. In the evening, Noah, Jayden, and the boys went to Boone skiing. I think they had a good time. I heard Noah was trying big jumps, he got some air, but did a lot of crash landing too.
Friday started early with searching and tracking deer. Noah was anxious to hunt in Iowa. One of the first days home he took Luke to get his hunting license. The kids alarms did not go off and they sleep later than the hoped. Jake slept in while the rest went. We had a late breakfast, and late lunch. In the afternoon, Jayden and Noah went to get groceries in Boone. Mark and I went to visit his parents. They seemed so much better, I was finally feeling better about their health. I fixed a big meal and was sad not to taste anything. Just before dark, Noah, Jayden, and Luke went looking for deer. After supper and dark, they went searching for coyotes.
Saturday we made snacks and appetizers to watch the Iowa state Football game. In the afternoon Noah took the boys and went to help Jake buy a pair of rims and tires. He is always buying and selling rims, tires, and vehicles. Jake got a good deal on a set and put them right on his truck. Jayden went to Libby's baby shower. Mark and I have stayed home since we have been having symptoms. In the evening I had Noah and Jayden open Christmas stockings I had prepared for them. Noah was so excited their matching stockings and thought they were so neat. I think he enjoyed the stocking more than the gifts. Mark and I got those stocking when we were engaged and I have used them as decoration all these years. Noah, Jaden, Luke, and I played a little game of bean boozled with jelly beans. I had an advantage because I could not taste, but it was entertaining. I even got to briefly see Noah and Jayden two stepping in the living room. It was pretty much adorable. Jayden and Noah seem very happy together and content. They are cute and sweet to watch. Luke and Noah have formed a brotherly bond too that is fun to see.
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