It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like….
December 17, 2008 Leave a comment
well, we are trying to look like Christmas. No tree yet, but that is dependent on Pete adiosing the moving boxes from the backyard. Technically, it was the movers job, but they have decided to fight us on this tooth and nail. Frankly, we just don't have the energy. So, goody, we get to schlep 40 (now soaking wet) boxes to the Walnut Creek Recycling Center.
Here we have one nod to the Christmas spirit: the kids (can't say girls anymore!) shoes filled with treats from the Jolasveinar. As you may remember the 13 Santas visited us regularly each year in Iceland. Even when we spent Christmas away from home in 2006, the Santas found the girls and filled their shoes.
Since this move is permanent, the kids are no longer on 'the list'. The first Santa was thoughtful enough to drop off a few goodies (note the epla for Nicholas), but indicated in the note that it was a special farewell treat. Apparently, the commute from Iceland is simply too long and so we will have to settle for our single Santa tradition.
The other decorative feature was created by Kelsey. She has joined a Daisy troop at her school and one
of the moms hosted a gingerbread house decorating party on Sunday. The house was actually created with graham crackers, which was an interesting twist on the original idea. Kelsey created, frosted, and decorated the cheerful little house. They did not earn a petal for this activity, but they had a fun afternoon and the three girls who participated were able to get to know each other in a more casual setting.
of the moms hosted a gingerbread house decorating party on Sunday. The house was actually created with graham crackers, which was an interesting twist on the original idea. Kelsey created, frosted, and decorated the cheerful little house. They did not earn a petal for this activity, but they had a fun afternoon and the three girls who participated were able to get to know each other in a more casual setting.
The other bonus? The host's house is identical (EYE -clap- dentical) to our house. Same railing up the stairs (different color, though), and all the rooms model our house to a T. Well, with one exception: our house is missing the gorgeous pool they have in their backyard. I was thrilled, though, to find another plan that includes our same awkward family room arrangement. It gave me a few great ideas that I put into place yesterday, and everyone just loves the changes.
