The Arrival of S. Claus

On Christmas Even, we went to church--I think this was Bode's first church in awhile, and he seemed to enjoy it--probably because there were a lot of Christmas songs and we lit candles during Silent Night.  Afterwards, we came home and settled in for a long winter's...err...short but sweet sleep.  We put out the cookies and drink for Santa and lit up the tree.

We awoke Christmas morning and praise be to all! Santa had come bearing gifts and not coal!  He even brought stuff for the dogs, for which they were thoroughly pleased.

Bode got some cool Darth Vadar socks...

and at some point Nana and Papa showed up.  Ashley got Papa this cool camping chair which he was already enjoying.

We also received a Furbo from Santa Claus, which is a neat little camera that will allow us to spy on the dogs.  It also has an app of the phone which lets you talk to the dogs and remotely give them treats.

Ashley also received some new paddle-boarding gear--some partial wet suits and some booties for her feet.  Since the weather was so nice, she decided to try things out.

It was a fantastic Christmas, and we can't wait until next year--only 363 shopping days to do!

On Wednesday, Grammy headed back to cold Colorado (she said it was 28 degrees when she got home).  David (Ashley's brother) came down for a quick two-day trip, and we all had a nice dinner at Nana and Papa's last night.

What a wonderful few days--Merry (belated) Christmas to all.