Snowy Scenes from Muskegon!

About a week ago, we had a couple of good snowfalls, and it was interesting to see how deep the snow got, in places. Thought you might enjoy a few pictures. Also, they've lost the "battle" on Giles Rd. The pictures tell it all! And finally, a lovely sunset over Lake Michigan (Pere Marquette Park.)

Lament of a Christmas Tree

Now I lay me down to sleep,
A fine fir tree in snow so deep.

Twasn’t always such with me,
For once I was a Christmas tree.

Yes indeed, a Christmas tree,
With ornaments displayed on me!

Red and gold, blue and green,
A beautiful sight twas to be seen.

Pretty lights shone oh so bright,
Twas lovely to behold at night!

Fun and laughter did abound,
With family home from all around.

Sweet little girls and doggies too,
A delightful time through and through!

Twas oh so fun to grace that home,
Before they all did start to roam,

Back to their homes, both near and far…
You should have seen Steve’s well packed car!

But here I lie now in the snow,
For my time too, had come to go.

Back to the land from which I came,
Hoping for next year, the same.

What will now become of me,
A fine fir tree cut down, you see?

I wish I could come back next year,
And join this family in Christmas cheer.

But now I lay me down to sleep,
A fine fir tree in snow so deep.

Birthday Boy Benny

Ben anxiously watches the clock wind down, in anticipation of the big "three/one" birthday celebration.



Alas, though, he has to arm-wrestle Daniel, to maintain his honorable birthright position as the firstborn son.




Having emerged victoriously, he is shown here with the most wonderful Ryke's cake! Yum, yum, yum, yum, yum!!!



Finally, a celebration bonfire for Ben's birthday, and also to welcome the new year.




The birthday boy, basking in the glow of the bonfire.