New Year's Eve in North Carolina

It's a long drive from PA to NC - about 10 long hours in the car. One can get a lot of knitting done in those hours. On the way down, the kids asked at least 30 times, "When are we going to be there, how many more hours???" They were so excited to see their Grandma and Grandpa, their aunts and uncles, and to have all 8 cousins together.

The kids were so content hanging with their cousins and didn't nag us for anything the 3 whole days we were there! I believe that may be a record.

We did a puzzle and started knitting projects... we exchanged white elephant gifts...

We had grilled oysters dipped in butter...

and yes, we formed rock bands! It was worth the drive. Thanks Mom and Dad!