We loaded up the van, two adults, three kids, one cat and one dog (and a partridge and a pear tree) and made our way up to VA. We made it in record time, 6 hrs and 45 min. One stop. Josh and I don't mess around when it comes to road trips. It was great to spend Christmas with my folks and brother. We made the most of the time we had together. We ate, drank, laughed and cooked. I think we all had a wonderful vacation.
Before we left, both boys had performances at school. Myles' class sung a few songs and danced to the winter solstice (hippy school) and Grady sung the 12 Days of Mathematics (notice Emma ripping papers off the wall as the kids sung).
Yea, it's Uncle Will
Emma made quick work of any food thrown her way
Of course, we had to go to the Natural History Museum
Myles running from the T-Rex
Emma loved the insects
and the ant hill
Will was in the Washington Post for participating in a Christmas bird count in DC
Josh cooked a ton. He and Will made fried squid and oyster po' boys
Almost time for Santa. I don't think we could have fit any more presents under the tree.
The boys left cookies and milk for Santa. I think this is the last year Grady will "believe". I think he knows already but doesn't say anything. He asks too many questions and always tries to figure things out. Kind of sad....
Santa arrived with massive stockings
Myles wrapped in Christmas gifts. I didn't take any pictures while we were unwrapping. It was way too chaotic
Emma helped cook after we unwrapped
It was a busy day. So grateful for my parents who made this day so special for the kids.
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