The first event in December was Merinda's Christmas band concert.

 All of the bands did a great job, and got everyone in the Christmas spirit.

The next event was Brad's birthday.

 Rarely does it reach 68 degrees mid-December...

 so Brad and I celebrated his birthday with a stroll through the UK Arboretum. 

 Brad with his German Chocolate cake - his favorite. Just one more year until the big 50!

 Since we're down to a family of three, the family birthday picture is a selfie.