Pickle Ball

What do we do on Holidays away from school and work?
Play pickle ball, of course! 
Unfortunately, I only pulled out my camera at the end of the games, so I missed out on taking pictures of everyone other that Scott and Clayton.




Afterward we ate dinner together and a couple rounds of Liars Dice.
Spending time at the Johnson's is always a great way to unwind.


... And this is a random snap shot of Whitney and Scott playing flute/piano duets before dinner. I've always felt like a house never felt like a home unless there was a piano inside. Most of my family plays a musical instrument, so music was a common background noise growing up. Something about live music being played is so soothing to me. 

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