Christmas Day

While we woke up before the sun, it wasn't too early (at least for us). Thankfully the late night helped the Noodle sleep until 6 a.m. J went down to make sure everything was ready, turn on the tree (important) and start the coffee (VERY important) while we waited upstairs until we got the "green light". Even though she had a harder time this year waiting her turn, all in all, the Noodle was very patient. It was a thrill to see her get so excited, even about the little things. I'd definitely say that one of her favorite gifts was an E*mo stamp that I picked up out of the T*rget Dollar Spot for her stocking.



***I broke our old coffee pot a few months ago and picked up a "cheap and cheerful" one to tide us over. J is a TOTAL coffee nut and had specifically asked Mrs. Clause for an upgrade.


We of course saved her big present for last. J has been helping Santa for the past few weeks to make a kitchen for the Noodle. There has been quite a bit of sketching, cutting, sanding, painting, hammering and screwing going on down in the basement as of late. I believe as many power tools as possible were dragged out to ensure a quality product. I definitely think J, under Santa's guidance, did a FABULOUS job, don't you? The Noodle certainly agrees, because every spare minute has been spent in and around her kitchen.






Later on, we went out to Grandma and Grandpa's for Christmas lunch and repeated the present opening routine. Late afternoon had us making our last stop at Lolly and Papa's for more food and, you guessed it, more presents. By 8:30, the 3 of us were officially exhausted and ready for bed.