As you can see we put up our main tree on the weekend (we have another that goes in the family room). On Monday I did all the decorating downstairs so it truly feels like Christmas is on the way. Most presents have been purchases (Mum and I had a big shopping day yesterday) but need to be wrapped. And my Anthea Turner Christmas DVD and book arrived yesterday to help things along.
I’ll be sharing more photos as we get closer to Christmas but in truth it looks much like it did last year.
Hope everyone has had a wonderful Christmas Day. Amy and I were up early – around 4am (which is not that unusual for us). Amy watched a movie and I read blogs until Christy woke up around 6.30am. We then got Kevin up and opened presents.
Amy knows all about Santa (she worked it out herself) but was still very excited and I don’t think any of the magic has been lost for her. Santa bought them Zongo Bongos
From us their main present was the High School Musical Sing-a-long for the Wii. They love it.
We had our usual French Toast for breakfast with Nanny, Poppy and Granny. Then unfortunately I fell and badly hurt my knee.
It swelled up pretty quickly so I sat AND iced it for a while but with visitor coming for lunch I really couldn’t just sit around all morning. I also hurt my back, so on top of a cold and runny nose I really wasn’t feeling the best. Still I managed and we had a lovely lunch with my Aunts, Uncles and some of my cousins. Kevin took the great family photo at the top of this post (I stole the idea from a layout I saw in a scrapbook magazine a few years back).
This is me, my Mum, cousin Tara, Auntie Irene and Granny.
And of course Rosie, who decided to eat the remainder of the reideer food (wonder if she can fly now).
It was a great day, despite not feeling well, but I’m looking forward to a very lazy day today. We ended the day watching The Long Way Down – which was Kevin favourite present. We’ve watched the Long Way Round a number of times and always enjoy it. I can’t wait to play with my new toys – the Crop-o-dile and Making Memories Tag Maker.
Finally, here’s a photo of Christy asleep – shes wanted to sleep downstairs last night.
Okay, cheesy title but I just couldn’t resist. I’ve had a busy two days getting ready for Christmas Eve and Day, and now remember why I’m so over Christmas as soon as it’s past. I love it and love preparing for it but it is tiring and exhausting.
We had a wonderful Christmas Eve with our friends. We sat outside while the kids (and Kevin and Rodney) went in the pool. The weather was a little cool for most of us (though they reported the pool was warm).As is our new tradition we ordered Pizza for dinner, we exchanged presents and had desert. It was a really great night and I think everyone enjoyed themselves. I’ve been celebrating Christmas Eve with friends ever since I was a child and cannot imagine not doing so.
I made two deserts. Raspberry Cheesecake and Pavlova. Don’t they look yummy? The cheesecake was a real hit.
Christy putting out milk and shortbread for Santa.
Last night we went for a stroll around the neighbourhood to check out the Christmas lights. It was nice night for walking – not too hot, a nice breeze and a full moon. My Mum and Dad (who live next door) also joined us so it was a real family outing. The girls loved seeing the lights and some kids were even handing out lollies at one house. Christy is clutching the “merit awards” that she made to give to us for good behaviour. I’ve got 3 so far 🙂
This last photo is of the full moon over the lake. Not the greatest photo but you get the idea – it looked so magical in real life.
