Saturday, December 13, 2008

Tim's Christmas Party

Today was the Christmas party at my brother, Tim's place. For those of you who don't know, my brother Tim was brain damaged at birth when my mother stopped breathing after being given too much of a medication to induce labor. He is most like autistic people. He lives in Newark in a home for those with similar needs. During the party we paused for a few family pictures, taken by Ben and Hannah, who had decided to come along to see their Uncle Tim. Dad played his banjo and harmonica and we sang some Christmas carols, while earlier we had munched on pizza and wings and Christmas cookies. It was great to see him, and to chat and laugh with each other. I could tell he really enjoyed our visit too, even though we were a bit obnoxious with the camera.

5 comments:

Martha said...

Every year when the party is over, I smile and wonder why we don't do this more often.

Priscilla said...

You will notice that I am the sister/daughter who is behaving herself!

Rachel said...

Oh, but look at that evil smile on your face and those red eyes!

Tracy said...

I like all your posts on the Christmas part at the same time. I know you were first, Rachel... I just got here last to comment. :o)

Gudl said...

Very nice!