With the evidence found in the image above, it is quite obvious that I am related to bunch of Norwegians living in the part of Minnesota nearest to Lake Wobegon. Lefse, Jello “salad”, and even some lutefisk keeping warm under the foil, the Jenums know how to bring the family together and host a traditional, meal-centered Christmas.

We are a family who are the very definition of Minnesotans.

We ate well, drank well, and enjoyed each other’s company. I also received a pleasant surprise from my aunt, who put together a photo book based on a large number of images I took with my camera over the Waterama weekend. It was a special treat and fun to see my images in a “published” state.

As with Christmas Number One, the whole story is best served in picture. Here is my attempt:

What happened to Christmas Number Two, you ask?

Well … we don’t need to talk about that.