Another year, another Christmas marathon completed. This year was Christmas Eve: Dinner at Shannon’s moms house, followed by finger foods and snacks at the Shoups (Uncle Ronnie and Aunt Linda’s) . Christmas day started early, back at the Shoups for presents with my Moms side of the family. Then, off to Shannon’s Mom’s place for presents, followed by her Dads place for presents and dinner. Once dinner was done, it was back to the Shoups for a night cap and more general mayhem. But wait theres more! Boxing day, we went to Shannon’s Aunt Barb/Uncle Randy’s place for dinner, and then one last trip to the Shoups to finish off the marathon.
Being Abigails first Christmas, we had a wonderful time, just being with family and friends. She made the rounds to pretty much everyones arms, and spread smiles everywhere she went. As an added bonus, her Uncle Jordon and Aunt Stacie were in this year for the holidays from B.C., and finally got to meet our angel. I think they approved.
The theme this year was “spoiled”. Shannon and I apparently don’t comprehend the meaning of budget. I felt bad, knowing that I had essentially doubled the soft limit the we had put on each other, not even counting the stockings. (She got an iPod Touch, speaker docking system, and some other cool goodies.). The bad feeling I had went away when I opend my present from her. An Epiphone Les Paul Stanadard, in translucent blue. This guitar is effing sweet. On top of our gifts to each other, both of our families spoiled us rotten as per usual. I’ve given up trying to set limits with them 🙂 On behalf of Shannon and Abby, Thanks EVERYONE for the gifts. And also, thank to the wonderful hosts of our Christmas marathon. Everyones home was like they always are during the holidays.. Perfect.
Special thanks to my beautiful wife. I hope my playing doesn’t drive you tooooo crazy this year. I will try and keep it down somewhat.