We've had a wonderful Christmas (aside from oldest son Greg not being able to be here). We had a great (and very crowded) Christmas Eve service at church and then had supper with Mike's parents. Later that night we drove around town looking at lights. One house even had a display similar to this one. We parked in front of that one for about 10 minutes. We enjoyed it so much, but it made me wonder what their neighbors think about it - all those lights flashing and cars parked along the street would have to be annoying.
The kids let us sleep in until after 7:00 on Christmas morning, which is a sure sign that they're nearly grown. It's a little sad, but I don't mind the extra sleep. I made a pecan coffee cake for breakfast that was delicious and simple to make. I'll try and remember to share the recipe with you soon. That evening we had supper with my parents and overate yet again. My mom had a variety of Christmas goodies that were delicious and I took a cheese ball which we devoured in about 20 minutes (another recipe I'll have to share sometime).
We might head out today for the kids to spend their gift cards. Hopefully the stores aren't quite as busy as they were the day after Christmas. I also need to replenish the grocery supply around here. I got an Amazon gift card and I ordered a Kindle
. I can't wait for it to get here! I already have lots of Kindle books on my computer that I haven't found the time to read. For some reason I just never really like reading them on the computer.I finally returned to my workout schedule this morning in an attempt to counteract all the sugar I've consumed in the last week. I ate way too much fudge, but it's so irresistible. Good thing I only make it once a year. I should probably put myself on some sort of sugar fast, but I seriously doubt that I would actually follow it if I did.
I'm trying to decide if I want to start taking down the Christmas decorations today, or if I want to wait. Some of my acebook friends had their Christmas decorations all put away the day after Christmas. I never do it that early because it seems like I don't really have time to enjoy the decorations until the day after. Hubs and I are taking a short trip for New Year's (alone!!), and I know I want it done before that. I would hate to come home to lots of work (aside from all the laundry that comes with taking a trip). And speaking of New Year's... How is it that it's already almost 2011?? That seems impossible!
So there's my boring and overly wordy account of our Christmas celebrations. I know you were on the edge of your seat. :) How was your Christmas?
