Almost three years ago we went to Mason, MI to visit Paul and Terri Miller and attend the IL vs MI State basketball game.  Terri gave me a slip from her Christmas Cactus.  This year, as you can see from the above photo, it is full of beautiful blooms.

This past weekend we attended the E J Water Christmas Party at the Keller Convention Center in Effingham.  The convention center does some fantastic decorating for the holidays!  I couldn't resist taking photos, and this is only a small sample of what they have on display.

This display is at the front entrance reception area.

 Santa display along the main corridor.

This horse and sleigh was the perfect spot to take some family photos, and you could sit in the sleigh.

At the main entrance we were welcomed by this nativity.

Bill Teichmiller welcomed us and emceed the event.

We were entertained by comedian, Marty Pollio.  He also tried to do magic and juggling.

Jerry and I sitting in the sleigh for a photo.

Beautiful Christmas Tree