The Christmas Card Picture...

We decided to be grown-ups this year and send cards. Why not include a picture for relatives we haven't seen in years? Armed with dogs and a self-timer, we began the ordeal. Who could have known...



We begin: Jesse sets the stage with the dogs.



First attempt.



Third attempt produces demon dogs and husband.



It might appear that things are going well. With a second look, you might notice the glimmer of surprise in Jud's eyes, and the dawning horror in ours...



Jud has infused the air with a scent only a hound could produce. He is very proud.

Our resolve is waning.

We're getting tired.

Desperate.

Hungry.

Delirious.

Slap-happy.

Come what may, this was our last-ditch effort. Attempt number 45. After an hour at Walmart, 20 of these gems were sent out to long-lost friends and relatives. If you do not receive one, it is only because we were very hap-hazard in our card-sending (i.e. my old boss was sent a card, while several grandmothers were left out...)