We discovered the website for Norad's tracking of Santa Claus and had a wonderful time with that. Helena kept shrieking when Santa would go to another destination with her 4 year old logic: "Santa is moving to where it is blue and green!" Great Christmas Eve.
Everyone arrived at our home early this year and the day was filled with merriment and love. Not one meanspirited or impatient word was spoken. The boys had a blast being together, everyone hugged and kissed often, and too much food was consumed. It was a rare moment in anyone's world: a perfect Christmas.
Helena loved her gifts and most of all the bed Jim built for her. She was excited about the treasure hunt for her presents. She even chastised us that she "could figure out her clues" and indeed she could! There was so much delight in her face today, it was the best present of all. Everyone should have one perfect holiday and this year was mine. It was a splendid day.
Dogs all over the place and the yule log video on (:D)
The traditional nerf gun war that went on between the boys--er--men. At one point, Helena picked up someone's nerf gun and shot Peter. It hit him in the eye, which he said was his Ralphy moment.
Laughter :)
And a new photographer in the bunch (say cheese!):
Christina the super sitter! She really had fun with Helena!
Passed out cook, good meal! Di--gave me the CDs!~ (secret message there)
Our gals, Helena, Christina, Melanie :)
Totally teen Maggie!
Uncle Peter and Helena (a secret photo through the french doors).
How many children can take a ride on a bull mastiff? Helena had a blast on Max!
My guys..Brad, Drew and Pete....
Bunny bag for Helena....
Another Bunny Bag for Helena....using up scraps these days :) and back of bag pocket........
