let's go Bengals, let's go........

It began as one of those day where we couldn't decide what to do.

 We knew we wanted to take a little drive somewhere.

Somewhere near but far (does that make sense??)

Somewhere where we could clear our minds and refresh our souls.

 Northern New Mexico?? Southern New Mexico??

 moccasin rock......

We ended up following our hearts; to see Cheii and Nana.

  It's been a while since we seen them--we miss them very much.

 Bam said it best, "Even when they don't know we're coming for a visit, they always make us feel like they've been waiting for us."

We were ready to unwind and make ourselves at home when Cheii suggested ICE CREAM.

Of course the children were thrilled to go.

Sweetheart has a funny fact she read off the back of a milk carton once:  Did you know ice cream sales increase in winter especially when it snows. 

(hmmm..... no SNOW today but it is chilly and it is winter......)

Mmmm...... ICE CREAM and Brownies--Nom Nom Nom

We went to the local Dairy Queen in Gallup for our chilly winters day treat.

As we enjoyed our ice cream, Cheii told funny jokes while Nana offered warm, loving hugs.

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 Then, we attended the local high school JV and Varsity girls basketball game.

Nana and Cheii enjoy supporting the local basketball team.

It was a fierce competition tonight between the Gallup HS Bengals v. Grants HS Pirates.

--from the floor up to the rafters--
Bengal Pride was everywhere

 Posting the championships banners near the scoreboard
and the goal is no coincidence—very intimidating to guest teams
(you think??)

Sweetheart with "Benny Bengal"
the Gallup high school mascot

Cookie with the Gallup high school
"Bonita Bengal" mascot

We always have a great time with Nana and Cheii.
It was the right choice to come here today.
A day (or two) with the grandparents always get our spirits soaring.