My sweet parents...

[K9karen]

That is so awesome!
I grew up in such a loving home that it always broke my heart when my friends "hated" their parents or didn't want to be bothered for whatever reason.
I'm so thrilled for you! With all you do, you deserve it. I sure do miss my folks a lot! I was a daddy's girl and could do no wrong!
Here's early wishes for a wonderful holiday!!!!

[moosmom]

Glacier,

What a wonderful surprize!!! Your Dad sounds alot like mine was, rough around the edges but a heart of gold, who would give you the shirt off his back.

Have a wonderful holiday with your family.

[Samantha Puppy]

Very sweet... I'm glad you get to have a nice Christmas with your family this year.

Any reason in particular that Stuart hates the holidays??

[Glacier]

Any reason in particular that Stuart hates the holidays??

He had a pretty miserable childhood and Christmas was no better than the rest of the year. He comes from a small family and most of them don't speak to each other anymore. He has contact only with his father. I come from a huge extended family and in general we all get along pretty well. I don't get along with one of my brothers, but we are civil to each other at family events and he doesn't influence my relationship with his kids, who I adore.

Most of my family thinks Stuart is a figment of my imagination. He's only ever met my parents and my sister and her kids. He's never met my brothers or their families or anyone from my extended family. I think the big family freaks him out a bit. The critters are an easy excuse for him to stay home! Not even an excuse really since we can not find a house/critter sitter! One of us always has to stay home!

[Samantha Puppy]

Well, it's good that you have a built-in critter sitter but I am sad for him that he doesn't enjoy such a special time of year.

[cloverfdx]

That is wonderful news Tamara , enjoy your holidays.

[cyber-sibes]

...dashing through the snow.....
What a wonderful gift! Have a wonderful time and don't forget your camera!

[Killearn Kitties]

How lovely! I am excited for you too.

[gini]

Someone has already said it - but I will say it again - you are receiving a lovely Christmas present from your Dad - BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT.

There are many blessings on Pet Talk - and you are one of them!

Have a wonderful Christmas.

[Cataholic]

...dashing through the snow.....
!

Yeah, just what Glacier needs! MORE dashing through the snow........

That is a lovely way to spend the holidays, and extra special, as it turns out, as Stuart can man the home front!