Virginia Beach Christmas

Our morning began with waking Miss Lily up at 845! One, we just couldn't wait any longer to begin our Christmas morning here at home and two, if she slept any later it would jeopardize her afternoon nap. So, in we went with the good video camera that we have trouble remembering to use and also have trouble downloading video to the computer, so there will be a later post of our morning video.

Stocking and Santa gifts

After seeing Santa's treats along the way from her room to the family room and playing with Santa's big gift she tore into her stocking. She had no problem realizing they were her presents and going from one to the next.

We quickly realized that Lily is now an expert unwrapper and a methodical, orderly one at that. She would rip paper very carefully and be sure to give each piece to one of us to throw out. If we both had something in our hands then she would make a neat pile of wrapping paper on the couch.

Gifts from Mommy and Daddy

After going through Santa's presents we tried to take a break for breakfast but Lily had different plans. She recognized the princess paper, that she's been carrying around the house, was now under the tree! And so we went; one present to the next until we were done at 1030!

The biggest question in any parent's mind is, "How will this morning go?" Will my kid want to play with the toy as soon as she opens it or want to keep unwrapping? Well, Lily wanted everything unwrapped and then to play. It was wonderful to have the rest of the day to play with her new toys, have a late breakfast and spend time together.

Now, we're trying to tell her that Santa hasn't visited Maryland yet :) and she seems excited to have another Christmas in a few days!