I won’t lie. We have been busy, and had lots of fun things going on here, but I just haven’t had the mind power to blog about them. Nothing personal. Just life. :)
Since today is Christmas Day, I will start there. Hopefully I will be able to turn a new leaf and write more in the coming weeks, but let’s be honest. I doubt I am very successful. Haha
Mike made a wish of mine come true for Christmas this year. Actually, he gave me two wishes, but I only got pictures of one. :) After living in this house for 6 years, we were finally able to have a mantle for Christmas this year. Of course, I already put away the Christmas stuff and didn’t want to mess with it on Christmas Eve, but that’s alright. I have ALL year to use a mantle and then get it really pretty for Christmas next year. No more “mantle envy” for me! ;)
Mike did a really good job, too! That’s to be expected, though. He is excellent at whatever he works on. :) He also fixed my dryer vent so I won’t have to go change the “filter” (my old pantyhose) every couple of weeks. I didn’t expect him to fix it as well as he did. He is always blowing my mind with how good he is at fixing things.
The kids had a really good Christmas as well. Jake hit the big time with most of the items on his list, which included a bolo tie, yin yang belt buckle, and a bow tie. He has quite eccentric taste, if you ask me. I love him dearly, though. :)
Josh also enjoyed his Christmas. He didn’t ask for much, so it was a bit difficult to find things he would like. He is pretty excited, though because he got a HUGE box of chocolates along with lots of other fun goodies. Santa also brought him a certificate for driving school. I guess I might be getting a break from taxi duty soon! :)
Emma is on cloud 9. I worked on matching blankets for her and Elaina. I think she likes hers. Santa got her a new phone, which she has been begging us to get her for months, possibly years. She has yet to set it down!
Elaina got a new doll, along with some Littlest Pet Shop toys. Santa brought her some new roller blades since the ones she has been using are about 3-4 sizes too big, and WELL worn out. The hard part is going to be making her ride outside and not inside too! Haha
All in all, it was a great Christmas! We have enjoyed each others’ company and laughed much! I am truly blessed! ~ Don't go getting upset about the lack of pictures of the boys. We used a video camera this year and I didn't take pictures until the boys were knee deep into their video game. I have enough pictures of that! haha
