One thing we were able to do while we have been in Chicago was to go to the Schroeder Family Christmas get together. We have not been able to attend for three years. Therefore we were all looking forward to making some memories together with our extended family here in Chicago. Although not everyone was able to attend we were 44 people. My brother Bob and his wife Laura graciously open up their home every year for the Schroeder Family get together. Every family brings something to add to our Christmas meal which ends up being quite a feast. After our meal we sing Christmas carols together and then many of the grandchildren play Christmas songs on various instruments. It is such a privilege for Vern and I both to come from Christian homes where Christmas is centered on Christ. After our little Christmas program all the grandchildren open up a gift from grandma and grandpa. It was a fun evening where many memories were made.
