Wednesday, Oui?

What a wonderful Christmas I had. On Christmas Eve we went to Aaron's parents house to celebrate with his family. We exchanged gifts and, of course, ate and ate and ate.

Once we returned home I went to bed because I was exhausted from the day's activities and Christmas preparations. Poor Aaron was left wrapping until just after midnight.

We woke up around 9:ooam on Christmas Day and ran downstairs to see what Santa left. Our stockings were filled to the brims. Santa even remembered to bring something for each of the animals.

Santa brought the kitties a catnip scratching post. What entertainment this will bring us! Rocko is already a fan of it.

For me? Aaron got me new skis! I am totally psyched. They are beautiful. I can't wait to use them. One of my favorite gift from Aaron, however, is a giant floor puzzle that he bought for me. It is the United States. What we plan (or he is planning for me) is that we are going to put all the pieces together as we go. Meaning, one of my goals, if you read the side bar of things I must do in life--> is to see all 50 states. We are going to put the puzzle together as he takes me to each state. How thoughtful is that gift?

For him, oh too much to tell, but I did get him a Paul Bunyan shirt and hat. I also got him a massage chair because, as you know, I hate giving massages. He was beyond happy.

Yep. That's mine.

In the background you can see the Christmas Stocking I made for Aaron. It's hideous, but he loves it because I made it. It's the first stocking I've ever made... Nicki, stop laughing. I will never be as good at sewing as you!

We leave tomorrow for Montreal. We are staying the Doubletree Plaza right in 'downtown.' Check it out http://www.doubletreeplaza.com/. We were planning on going to Quebec because someone told us the winter carnival is going on, but that actually happens in February, so we are planning another trip in a few months. For now, we plan to go to some museums, ski, ice skate and enjoy some of the culture and nightlife in Montreal. We are leaving Montreal on Sunday and driving home via Burlington Vt. I have never been to Vermont, so we are going to hit up Vt. stay overnight and add a piece to my puzzle. We should be back in good old Concord by Monday to enjoy New Year's and go skiing on New Years day.

This officially begins a blogging break. Our goal is to spend some quality time together and ring in the New Year. We hope all of you had an amazing Christmas, found the spirit of season in the company of those you love, and may the best of your past be the worst of your future.

It is Wednesday, Oui?

So, wish us well, s'il vous plait,
Au revoir, dear readers.