Ho, Ho, Ho!

Xmas thoughts
Xmas and the holidays in general have really just sucked for me lately. The reasons for this are pretty obvious, if you have read any of my previous posts. Major life changes have made them just a little tougher to deal with. I try and put up a good facade for the monkeys, but until recently I have been pretty unsuccessful. This week has reaffirmed my love for the holidays and I owe it to my monkeys.
Monday I took them to see Ho Ho (that's Santa, in case you couldn't figure that out on your own). It was great just watching how excited they were. Jax saw Santa and immediately took off in a sprint and tried to tackle him. They both had huge smiles the whole time. Santa asked them if they had been good and of course they said yes. Then he asked me if these were the same kids who had trouble going to bed at times, I laughed and said yes and they both kind of looked at each other were like how did he know that. It was classic. Then of course the excitement turned to pretzels and we went home.
Today was Xmas party day at both of the monkey's schools. 1st up in the morning was Jax's preschool. They sang some songs and then we decorated a Gingerbread House together. We used what seemed like a gallon of icing to put on lollipops and licorice and m&ms and whatever else he could put on there. It was fun and Jax really enjoyed it. Next up was Brody's school for a visit. Once again Jax was really excited that he was gonna see Brody's school. We got there in time to go to Brody's art class. Jax sat there all proud and Brody was happy to have us there. Jax was the highlight of the day and all the girls loved him. He is such a little flirt. I need to take him out with me. He is a chick magnet. We got to hang out for the rest of the school day. Jax showed off his color naming and counting to ten abilities. He was so proud to be able to get into line and walk down the hall with the big kids. It was quite funny. Brody was being the good big bro that he always is, by introducing him to everyone and sharing his treats.
So as Xmas eve is upon us, I am finding a renewed hope and attitude that all is gonna be just fine and as usual I owe it to the monkeys.
By the way, rumor has it that I am getting Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for PS3 from the monkeys! Woo hoo, I rule!!!
Long Ashes, Good Karma, Stabby Days and Happy Holidays to you all! Namaste!
Shing 12/09