A Very Merry Christmas

"Glory to God in highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests." ~ Luke 2:14 NIV

A Merry Christmas to all my Christian Family and Friends.

My day started even before my children got up. I guess you can grow up but there still something magical about Christmas, secular or religious.

I called my aunt Wendy. We have been talking more recently. There are things in my life that she can really relate to and help me move on from.

Zac and Jenna came running in to my room. I was on the phone with my parents. They were reading and moved by my Christmas Eve entry. I wanted it to be ahhh moment, and glad that it was. They saw it as my present to them.

After the call was over it was breakfast time. Jenna discovered she likes Maple & Brown Sugar instant oatmeal. Zac had his normal cold cereal.

Now it was time for the presents to be opened. The children were very excited to get down with it. it was a controlled as it could be, but have to say that were very good. I gave them both digital cameras. Many members of my family sent packages to the children. Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and even their mom sent something.

I got a New England Patriots mug filled with a garlic snack mix from my children. Aunt Wendy got me a can of Pistachios. Rozale, Arva, Steph, and James gave me a some stationary, two DVDs. and Dan Brown's Angels & Demons.

We all were thankful for our gifts.

We as a family made phone calls to family and friends. Talking to them or leaving messages on voicemail.

It was time to take a shower and get ready for dinner with Zac and Jenna's grandfather, Stephen. I try to get the children dressed up a bit.

We all headed to The Fresno Market Buffet within Arizona Charles'- Decatur Casino. I had some traditional holiday foods, as well as some southwest and American favorites. I also celebrated by getting some champagne.

It was sad the Boston Celtics end the record 19 game winning streak. I hurt more that it was the LA Lakers that beat us. You can't win them all, and we'll see the Lakers again in the NBA Championship Finals this summer.

With full bellies, we headed back home. It was a great family meal. Stephen is such a big blessing and help to my family. He is a special person who really cares for Zac and Jenna.

At home, we opened and put together some of the toys the children had got. After some playtime, it was time for bed.

What a wonderful Day!!