The Stewart's hosted the sweater party, served fantastic wine-a-ritas, and we exchanged white elephant gifts. Kevin was awarded an honorable mention for his sweater--his prize was a Summer Surf car freshener. In the end, we left with a Hallmark ornament and a license plate that (in purple glitter) says 'Ho Fo Sho'. Can't wait to get the put on the family vehicle and take Liv to school. It's late or I would probably have more party stuff to talk about...for now I think the sweater pics will have to speak for me.
If we are going to load the kids up and drive an hour to see fireworks, then we might as well do it in high style, right? Kevin's friend lives in Natchitoches and is a proud boat owner. He invited us to the festival, and how could we say no. So, we met him and his lady friend at a boat launch and away we went. It was only a five minute ride to the downtown festival area. While waiting for the fireworks, Josie entertained the land bound festival goers with many dance moves and feats of climbing. She didn't understand why we got her the life vest with the handle, but if we hadn't she would have been overboard a million times. Olivia says boat riding is cool and can she add one to her Christmas list. We did have to use a port-a-potty once and Liv says, "Mom, whoever invented the port-a-potty....not a good inventor". Anyway, when the fireworks finally started sweet Baby Josie flipped out, but after a few minutes she realized she wasn't amidst a gang gun fight, and settle into a zombie like trance and chanted "what's that" every time a new firework exploded. All's well that ends well, right? After that we docked the boat, the kids shed their vests and I was in search of a meat pie...as it turned out I didn't have to go far. And then, there it was--every kids dream. A combo rock climbing wall and suspend me from a harness hanging thing while I bounce around on this huge trampoline. For the bargain price of $5, Liv waited for just over an hour and a half for this ride. She had a great time though and when it was finally over she told me it was worth the wait. By this time it was past 10 and we still had to drive home. So, back in the boat we went, Liv even got to do some boat riding on the way back and that was when her crush on coworker Trey was solidified. But, don't ask her about...she gets embarrassed. The girls were in bed just before midnight and I am pretty sure fun was had by all. Kevin and I were sure we were in for a sleep in day today..but no, the ladies were both up before 8. They did each take 3.5 hour naps today....and so did mommy.
Josie has been seeing Santa at the mall for a good month now and every time we roll by she waves like a mad woman and yells Hi Man to him. I felt like this was a sign of positivity for the future. Right. She is the younger sister of Olivia, who insists every year that we leave a note to Santa on her bedroom door stating that he is not allowed in and all presents should be left in the living room(how she stays on the 'nice' list, Ill never know). This also applies to the Easter Bunny. In fact the only mythical creature allowed in is the Tooth Fairy and only because she leaves money. Anyway, I have this great red tutu and shirt proclaiming Josie's position of power with Santa all I need is a picture of the two of them together. Easier said than done. Right after nap and snack time on Saturday we clean the kid up and head to the mall. Only two kids in front of us--another good sign, right? She is steadily telling him hi....until her Daddy abandons her in Santa's lap. The scream was deafening and while I thought a screaming baby pic would have been a little bit funny, Kevin didn't agree. So, here we are with Santa. If you look close you can see leftover tears in Josie's eyes. Maybe next year..
Sorry for the delay in posts. We were all sick and quarantined during Thanksgiving, so no exciting pictures or stories there. We did decorate the house and take our holiday pics (which I haven't seen yet) so soon I should have more to say.
The Stewart's hosted the sweater party, served fantastic wine-a-ritas, and we exchanged white elephant gifts. Kevin was awarded an honorable mention for his sweater--his prize was a Summer Surf car freshener. In the end, we left with a Hallmark ornament and a license plate that (in purple glitter) says 'Ho Fo Sho'. Can't wait to get the put on the family vehicle and take Liv to school. It's late or I would probably have more party stuff to talk about...for now I think the sweater pics will have to speak for me.
