December

Wow, December already! The weather hadn't been too bad until this past few days when we were hit with a snow storm that became a blizzard. Our area ended up with almost 16 inches of snow and drifts that are several feet high. This is like the snow storms I remember as a kid. I hope everyone stayed safe warm and dry. At least we had electricity and heat even with all the strong winds. Already have so much snow piled in the yard, not sure where to put more if it comes. I am sure everyone has their own story about this storm that will be shared for some time.
Our snow birds sure had the right idea and now more will be leaving right before or after Christmas.

Our Chapter Christmas Party is this Saturday, December 12th at 4:00 p.m. at Felix and Oscars in West Des Moines. We will be bringing snacks and sweets for the party. We will be eating supper there at the restaurant. Members that want to participate in the gift exchange game - please remember your wrapped gift labeled man, woman or either. Sounds like the weather will be cold but no more of the white stuff forecast until late Sunday. Looking forward to fun and being with friends.

We hope that everyone has safe travels as they go to be with family over the Christmas season.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous safe fun New Year in 2010.

Our first meeting of the New Year will be January 9th but location and time will be different. More to come on that later.