On 24 December we loaded up our sleigh and headed to the airport. Destination, the (supposed) warm coastline of Fort Walton Beach. It wasn't all that warm down there. In fact, there was even ice some mornings (yikes). However, despite the chilly weather, it was a fantastic vacation. The flight down left early Friday morning. Bode shot out of bed at 0430 and was excited to go see Nana and Papa. His enthusiasm continued on the first leg of the trip to Atlanta. He then ran out of gas on the second flight. Here is a shot of him snoozing on the plane.
We made it safe and sound to FWB. We were fortunate to travel on 24 December because that night, Delta started canceling flights into and out of Atlanta due to a massive snow storm on the east coast (which explains the cold weather we experienced in Florida). We had a lovely Christmas Eve, going to church (I avoided the lightening) and seeing many of the Rankin's friends. Bode performed admirably in church, although why is it kids say loud statements right when the music ends when it's quiet as an Alabama fan at the Iron Bowl?
Christmas morning, we opened presents. Bode was very excited and had to help everyone tear the paper off the boxes. Here are some action photos. First, the little dude and Papa opening a big one.
Then, Bode had to help Uncle Jason put together his new scale.
After all the gifts were opened, it was time to relax before the big feast. Bode spent time playing with his new Leapster, while I sat next to him, amazed at how quickly he figured things out. He'll be playing Donkey Kong on the Wii in no time.
Nana whipped up a fantastic meal, and we all ate way too much. Good thing Jason's scale wasn't able to weigh us all, as I'm sure it would have been depressing. We spent the afternoon digesting and relaxing. Here's a shot of the three boys sitting on the couch. Note how Bode is still playing that Leapster game.
It was a wonderful Christmas Day. Tune in next time for some pictures on the water and Bode's first Goofy Golf outing!
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