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Happy Holidays!

Seasons Greetings! December 2006
Hi! Well, we are sitting here wondering where in the world did 2006 go!? It seems this year has flown by at mach 10 speed! Good ol’ Jack Frost has crept into Memphis today with a chilly temperature of 36 degrees. However, our lantanas and hydrangeas are still alive which gives us much hope for a mild winter. Last winter we were blessed to have Susan’s mom, sister, nephew (Jake), as well as Carter’s mom here in Memphis for an early Christmas. It was a treasure to have family here for the holidays. We plan on visiting Tucson in the middle of January 2007 for a little vacation.

Speaking of Tucson, Susan went out there last May to surprise her grandma on a big birthday. I won’t say which birthday but it was “finety!” Grandma Solomon looks great and is getting more acclimated to her desert surroundings. Some sad news to report as well, Susan’s grandfather, Mike Chichersky, passed away in October. He was a smart and funny man and he will be missed. His memorial service is set for the middle of January in Tucson.

We have been fortunate with our work schedules to travel a lot. We have been on several road trips this year and seen so much of America. We have lots of traveling plans for the next year too! One special trip we took was to Hickory, NC. Carter’s cousin, Sam, was married in September. It was a beautiful wedding and wonderful to see family again.

Susan has truly enjoyed working in the NICU at Le Bonheur. She has enjoyed her job so much she is pursuing her master’s degree in nursing. She hopes to have her MSN by May of 2008. On November 20th of this year she was inducted in to Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honors Society of Nursing. Who knew she liked school so much?!

Carter is enjoying his position as a conductor/switchman for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad. He is actually home a lot more than he is on the road. This summer he went to Heber Springs, Arkansas with our dear friends, the Brandon’s. He was so proud to catch a big bass fish on this trip! Carter’s dad came to Memphis for a visit and the two guys went fishing together. They both caught gobs of fish and had a fun time on the lake.

As for Petey and Zena, they have become used to being spoiled but we wouldn’t have it any other way!

In closing, from our family to yours have a healthy and happy new year filled with blessings and love!

All Our Love,
Carter, Susan, Zena and Petey
e-mail: tncaughs@midsouth.rr.com Web site: http://caughcorner.blogspot.com/

Our Nephew Jake

Our sweet nephew Jake! This is his pre-school picture. Gotta love those cheeks! He is talking up a storm and is the busiest baby ever!

Here he is as a cute little dragon just before trick-or-treating! He is just too cute!!

Our sweet little two-year-old nephew opening presents at his birthday party! He had a blast opening his gifts!

Sad News....

On Thursday October 19, 2006 Susan's grandfather, Mike Chichersky, (Grandpa Mike) passed away in his sleep. He left us knowing he was loved and is rejoicing in his new home with Grandma Kay. We all loved Grandpa Mike and have fond memories of him.

September and October

Hello again! I just can't believe we are nearing the end of October! Where did the summer go? For that matter where did the year go?

In mid-September we had a wonderful suprise, Carter's dad dropped into Memphis to visit. We took him to the best catfish joint in the city, Catfish Cabin, and ate until we almost needed wheelchairs to get out of the restaurant. Carter and his dad, Larry, went fishing at 5am the next morning and caught dozens of fish. They both had a super time. After fishing we all went to Bob Evans for a downhome country breakfast. We were so glad he came to visit.

Late September, early October we went to North Carolina to attend carter's cousin, Sam's wedding. The bride and groom looked stunning and the wedding was beautiful. It was so wonderful to see family again. We realized we don't get to see each other much and made arrangements to meet up somewhere in the country in the spring and celebrate with a reunion/vacation.


The picture above is Carter's Uncle Jim, Mama Pat, Aunt Rebecca, and Carter's mom, Mary Ellen!

Here we are at the rehearsal dinner with Carter's sister, Kathy! We sure do miss her but Utah is only a plane ride away!

Here we are outside of the church, the weather was wonderful and perfect for the most beautiful wedding!

Our next vacation will be sometime in November. We are going to Temple, Texas. We love roadtrips and exploring different areas of the country. The weather should be perfect for the drive!

Petey and Zena are doing just ducky! Now that it's getting cold Petey loves sleeping under the covers at the foot of our bed while Zena curls into a little ball in her doggy-bed! They are so sweet!

Well.... that's the scoop for now! Have a scary but safe and fun Halloween!

Carter and Susan

Howdy!

Hello!! Or I guess I should say "Howdee," we just got back from a trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma and we are still in the cowboy frame of mind!

It has been a great, fast, summer. Susan has been working a lot and taking classes to get her masters of science in nursing. She loves working in the NICU with all "her" babies. Unfortunately, she broke her right foot and has been hobbling around in an ortho boot but getting pretty fast on it!

Carter has been working a lot this summer as well but did get to relax a bit at Heber Springs Lake in Arkansas for a few days. He caught a 5 pound bass on this trip. He was so proud!

Our doggies are doing well too! Zena is still ferociously shy however, Petey is almost too friendly at times. He'll jump into anyone's car just to go for a car ride! They have been a great addition to our family!

Well...that's the news for now. Thanks for stopping by The Caugh Corner!

Carter and Susan Caugh