Yesterday was quite an exciting day around here. From the moment the kids woke up and had the last piece of advent chocolate with breakfast the started asking when grandmom and grandpa would be here for the feast and presents. It was a LONG wait until 2, but somehow they managed.
I will admit to letting them watch some tv to help pass the time. We might have all gone crazy otherwise!
When finally the backdoor opened announcing their arrival, both kids took off like a flash.
Since Mette was up from her nap there was no need to hide presents and it was decided grandpa would bring the car around front to make unloading easier. The kids had their noses pressed to the window waiting for him to park.
Since they had been waiting as patiently as a three year and one year old can all day, we decided to open presents right away. Otto scored some awesome 6" STAR WARS guys which have been a huge hit.
Grandpa also made them a ton more blocks to go with the ones they already have which were actually uncle Racer and I's when we were little. He also made a big wagon to hold all of them that looks nice parked downstairs which I am very grateful for and the kids think makes an awesome ride. The blocks were put to use right away making cities and buildings for Luke and pals.
Mette's big gift was from grandmom, grandpa, eric and I. She got a big wooden dollhouse. It took has a custom stand with castors but I have the wheels locked and would prefer they didn't figure out that it can move. :)
It also makes a great seat for eating cookies, bonus.
After presents we feasted on the traditional English dinner of standing rib roast, yorkshire pudding, mashed potatoes and roasted veggies. There was an amazing chocolate pie that my mom made for dessert along with a cranberry and pomegranate sorbet that I made. The whole meal was wonderful and honestly, quite simple. The kids were happy to run around and play with their new toys which allowed us to sit and veg for a while after dinner which was quite lovely. We eventually cleaned up and packed them into bed.
Once they were off to slumber land we got to play Santa. I remember being so excited for Christmas morning as a kid and i will say, i think i was equally excited last night. This was really the first year they got what was going on and it was really a lot of fun to be a part of all their excitement.
Christmas morning was a big hit and I have lots more photos to share but right now my bed with it's clean new sheets and a good book are calling me.
I hope you had a wonderful holiday, or just a peaceful winter day. Everyone here is tuckered out and ready for bed.
See you tomorrow....
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