So.

[valis2]

I have finally caught up on the flist (mostly). I just have a few Riptide fics to read.

I've sorted some of the merchandise, and I'm going to start putting together everything I need to list. Should be fun.

Waiting for a delivery person. He called this morning, but I was so half-asleep I forgot to ask him if he was delivering the washer or both, so I don't know what we're receiving. Either way, I will be able to do laundry, as long as he actually shows up. *crosses fingers*

And today FIL is coming over to make cookies. In years past we always went to his house, and he baked cookies and we helped, and I assumed this was a holiday tradition for Husband. But when we called today and talked about it, FIL was surprised and asked what kind of cookies we wanted to make. LOL! So he's coming and bring cookie-baking equipment with him.

While the boys toil in the kitchen, I intend to drink hot chocolate, listen to Christmas carols, and put up the tree and trim it.

I'm sure that those of you who know me have slid from their computer seats and fallen down fainting to the floor.

I have some spirit this year! Who knew?

And Happy Hanukah to those who celebrate! *hugs*

Comments

[gypsyjolie.livejournal.com]

oh, save some cookies for me! I think it's pretty cool that FIL is coming to your house. You're all established and stuff.

*hugs*

[valis2.livejournal.com]

hee! Yeah, I feel totally grown up now. lol.

Are you guys coming out for the holidays at all?

[gypsyjolie.livejournal.com]

I am, not L. Probably leaving here the 25th or the 26th. My plans are still up in the air, sadly. What are your plans between the 25th and New Years' ?

[valis2.livejournal.com]

What are your plans between the 25th and New Years' ?

SEEING YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!

We don't have any plans as of yet, except for the reunion on the 27th. My parents are staying with us until the 27th, as well. You're totally welcome to stay with us. *giant excited hugs*

[greenpear.livejournal.com]

This is when I miss my mom the most. We'd go down to her house on Christmas Eve (her birthday) and spend the whole day with her. Enjoy the visit.

And what about the Solstice celebrators? Do we get a hug???

[valis2.livejournal.com]

Did I miss the solstice? grah!! I always forget something!

Happy Solstice!

And I'm sorry about your mom. That's really sad. *hugs*

[greenpear.livejournal.com]

No, you didn't miss the Solstice. It's December 21st.

I don't participant in any religion so a group of us just do a Solstice dinner instead.

Happy "whatever you believe in"...

And I'm sorry about your mom. That's really sad. *hugs*

And it makes the holidays just a little sadder...

[little-tristan.livejournal.com]

Wow, cookies and trees--it's like a holiday or something. Totally makes me miss being a kid.

Hope you had a great time.:)
*hugs*

[valis2.livejournal.com]

Well, somehow I have no hooks for the tree. And I can only find half of the garland. But I'll make it work somehow. hee!

Back to the cookies...

[little-tristan.livejournal.com]

Now that sounds exactly like being a kid.*g*

[idleleaves.livejournal.com]

<3 It seems I've developed some holiday spirit this year, too.

I'm quite amused at the idea of the men screwing around in the kitchen while you get hot chocolate and tree-trimming. =D

[valis2.livejournal.com]

Oh yes! I broke up their cookie-fest and forced poor Husband to make me hot chocolate right in the middle of it. It was delicious Godiva hot chocolate, too. Mmmm!

*hugs you*

[valis2.livejournal.com]

Aw, aren't you sweet! ;) Thanks for the offer, but I think I'm okay for now. You really are so wonderfully generous, thank you so much!!

[valis2.livejournal.com]

hee! Yes, it does! ;)

[idleleaves.livejournal.com]

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Godiva.

*tackles*