Holiday Joliday

We had a very relaxing Christmas. It was a no stress kind of Christmas. I was organized (for me!), food was easy and made a good bit ahead of time, went out to eat a lot....that always helps keep the kitchen clean. ;)  Mom and John came down and we had a really good time. It was nice having them here. Spent a lot of time in New Orleans. We saw movies, dined at Emeril's, put together bikes and baby doll cribs, made some great food, ate enough gumbo to feed a small army, went to church, dragged them around the aquarium, ate a lot of seafood, and had our tails whipped by John at Monopoly. I have been humbled, and my long run of the Monopoly Queen has come to an end. Sad. Very sad. I see a rematch in our future.......

So, we got mom and John settled in New Orleans today and they are going to enjoy the sights and sounds of that fun city for the next few days. They will be eating at some super fun restaurants and exploring the history of NOLA.

We are home and in the process of merging new toys with old, and enjoying a quiet evening at home. Thankful for another whole week off with my monkeys.....and feeling like we have managed another fun and successful Christmas. Soaking up these last days of Christmas tree lights and holiday decor around the house before it goes into hiding for another year. Feeling quite thankful for my little family unit.