I woke up naked around 5:45 on Monday and was so happy to see Mom and to realize that she was taking the day off. We read books, I sat on my potty, and then we cooked an egg. A couple hours later we went to the airport to pick up Aunt Claire. On our way, we stopped by Starbucks for some Starbucks Water and parked near the airport watching planes land.
Finally A/C got out and I greated her by saying “Aunt Claire, you’re so cool!” and “You rock!” When we got hom, I worked with Mom on packing Whoppers into 100 calorie packs. I ate lunch and took a nap before going to Starbucks.
I assumed I’d get more Starbucks water, but Mom turned me down! I was so sad. Aunt Claire didn’t even lobby on my behalf. Dad, where are you!!? We got home, I ate dinner, and went to bed. Claire went out on a hot date. What’s that?
Mom woke me up pretty early on Tuesday. I wasn’t naked, which was good, but I was really tired, which was bad. I kept saying to Mom, “Go back to sleep!” So, she let me take my pacifier into the car so I could fall asleep. Of course, I took the pacifier and then didn’t sleep, etc.
It was snowing, so our drive to school was pretty slow. I was upset when Mom left, but otherwise I had a great day at school. The drive home was awful. The traffic was so slow. I got really upset!
A/C had dinner ready and I had dinner with her. Then she let me watch fun videos on her computer. I like Abby Caddaby! Then instead of going to bed, we packed up the car and drove to Grandma and Grandpa Droste’s. We stopped by Starbucks and this time I got Starbucks Water! I slept about 30 minutes into the ride and slept until we got to Dow. I woke up for a bit and then Grandma Droste got me back to bed.
On Wednesday, I got up pretty early (5:30) and Mom desperately tried to get me to go back to sleep. She even offered to let me sleep in her bed and she took off my PJs (I thought they were supposed to stay on!). When she gave up, we went into the living room where Grandma Droste and Aunt Sarah were waiting for me. Mom went back to sleep, Grandma and A/C went out to run errands, so I played with A/S. The first and most imporant thing we did was make breakfast; I tought her how to cook an egg!
We hung out for a bit and then went to pick up Dad from the airport. I slept on the way there and pack, ignoring Dad’s excitement to see me. We stopped by Great Grandma Droste’s on the way home and Great Aunt Jackie let me play with her soccer ball. We got home and ate lunch (Aunt Sarah’s soups!) and then took a nap. I spent the rest of the afternoon and evening hanging out with everyone and getting ready for Christmas!
Of course, I got in some quality time with Aunt Claire:
I got up on Thursday with Mom, but when Grandma and Aunt Sarah offered to play with me, Mom went right back to bed. I had a fun time with them — Grandma even taught me a new president (Lincoln!). After Mom and Dad got up, I watched Dad go potty and then insisted on taking a shower with Dad, which he’s never let me do before. It was fun, but I got a little shampoo in my eyes, which was not fun at all.
After we got dressed, we all went to Wal-Mart, which I’d been to before but hadn’t quite appreciated just how big and amazing the store is. I had a lot of fun with Aunt Claire roaming around to differnet aisles and getting excited by all the fun stuff.
Here I am in the Christmas spirit:
When we got home it was time for lunch and then my nap. I got up with Aunt Claire and her friend Rob. When Rob left, I hung out with Grandma, A/C and A/S while Dad took a nap. Finally, it was time for Christmas Eve at Great Grandma Droste’s!
Just like last year, Christmas Eve was crazy! I saw dozens of my extended family and got lots of compliments on my cuteness, smartness, and pretty dress. I got to eat and drink lots of things I usually can’t: tortilla chips, iced tea, punch, and cookies just to name a few. There was lots of singing (I danced) and I got to put a shepherd in the manger. Apparently that’s a big deal!
And even better, I got some presents:
By the time we got home it was way after my bed time — around 10!
Last year was chaotic, too!
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