Christmas Mueller Style

Well here we are. Not one day after and here I am blogging. Kicking Tony's ass for sure! Altho his will be way better as they always are. Anyway, We arrived in Cedar Rapids about 10, after getting yelled at for taking time to get good coffee when dad took 10 minutes to get crappy coffee. And suprisingly, it only took us 2 hours, not 2 and a half like it the scenic tour of NE Iowa took on the way to the Baranowski's for the fourth. So like every year, upon arrival there was egg stuff. YUM! I decided that since I only get egg stuff once a year that I would OD and eat til I was full. I also enjoyed a chocolate cherry cookie right away! YUMMI!!!

After the egg stuff there was cleaning up and then all hell broke loose. We started the mass open all your gifts at once thing. Megan and Jake were quick to help anyone and everyone open their presents. They opened theirs with great cheer and then abandoned them about as quickly as they got them open. Megan did spend the day with her wooden knife slicing fruit and other food that was velcroed together. Someone commented that everytime they turned they turned around Megan was playing with a carb... a girl after my own heart! Jacob seemed to be impressed with the large, furry Kong hands Aunt Stacy gave him. They made noises and Megan was slightly scared by them. Oh the knack Aunt Stacy has for giving gifts parents are sure to hate!

With all the commotion in the room, I really didn't get to see what everyone else got. In case you missed mine, I got a cute coin purse and cash from Aunt D; cash from Aunt C and Mike; an awesome pink ensamble and a cute cupcake ornament from Aunt S; oober sweet earings from Dana; fuzzy socks, much needed PJ pants, a cute purse, and an awesome pink scarf which matches half my wardrobe; I got two great looking books from the newlyweds and managed to keep Tony from calling me a tool too many times. The best gift, however, had to be The Stones tickets given to Uncle T. The expression on his face, even the tears in his eyes, which I'm sure he appreciates me sharing with everyone, were priceless. Something he is sure to never forget. And likewise, you all know that he got some pretty interesting gifts OTHER than his tickets and a trip to Nebraska Funiture Mart.

I'm trying to remember the highlights and I know there were so many things that should be recorded forever that I can't seem to remember at the time. There was of course Dana sitting on the couch realizing that perhaps Grandma had meant something by the "Expanding Donut Pants." After the mass Christmas cluster there was some down time where we all lounged and relaxed. I think I fell asleep for about 45 minutes, it was nice. Then we all sat around and enjoyed Orville. Sara KB-Toys seemed to get the most enjoyment out of the pig. She kept saying, "I hear he was a good bowler," and "Orville has a nice ass." (No filter when they are direct quotes mom!) Dana and I had a discussion about how there is no 'K' in the word "magic." Had to be there.... Another good gift giving technique was in the form of the picture Chad and Holli used as gift tags for everyone's present. Hmm... if I had my computer I could scan the pic in. If Tony doesn't do it I will do it when I get back to school. Let's just say that one would give even the toughest of men nightmares. (I'm gonna get shot for that)

The day ended after supper and we all sat around talking and enjoying eachothers company. All in all, it was a good day. Per usual and to be expected, there was lots of noice, ruckus, and movement all the time. And, lots of people in one tiny space. Owell... nothing major took place so I think we can call ourselves good. That's it for now. I think I'm gonna go read one of my new books and unpack all my stuff... Merry Christmas everyone! And thank for all the good stuff!