Then with coffee in hand, into the living room around the tree. Things went very smoothly, everyone wanted to see what each got, so slowed down to enjoy the whole show. We've tried to do this for years without success, but this year it was the kids idea so of course, it worked. Somewhere between the stocking stage and the tree, Molly returned to the family room and ate the chord to Dawsons new headphones. Yes, insert "nuisance" here.
With present openning completed, some tidying and preparations for the brunch. Two different roles- sugar buns or sticky buns, scrambled or fried eggs, Canadian bacon, juices, jello...mmm, compliments to the chef!! Ted received some new hair product for his "do" so Hailey helped him with that while Olivia styled my hair with her new brush set. Not much you can do with this cut.
The new tv was set up temporarily in the corner of the basement family room, where we were able to watch "Muppet Christmas" and other classics in lcd widescreen splendor. It will soon find its home on the wall in the same room, I'll start buying the mounting accessories in a few days. Christmas dinner was awesome, turkey (thanks Jade), potatoes roasted, corn, stuffing and cranberries, and squash and gravy. For desert there was a ginger cake/ apple triffle. I don't know about everyone else, but I certainly overate!
Molly had a little better rest of the day, frequent treats and lots of walks reduced the amount of paper, toys and shoes she potentially could have devoured.
At "best and worst" around the supper table, the concencus was that the worst was that Grandpa couldn't be here with us. Christmas is certainly one of the most reflective times of the year. With year-end quickly approaching thoughts go to family, those here to share our enjoyment of the season, those living in other citys beyond our range of visit, and those who have passed away who we would love to reach out and hold just one more time.
Cheers and Happy New Year, stay healthy and play safe!
