Eric's birthday, Christmas decor & packing

The 29th anniversary of Eric's birthday was Sunday. Olivia offered to make breakfast in bed, but he told her, "Just bring me a Star-crunch & a Dr. Pepper." Lol. The breakfast of champions! I made a real breakfast instead. Eric opened cards from everyone & his present from us. He ended up getting three shirts & some kind of tool from Lowe's that works in like 60-something different ways (he specifically asked for this). Later, we went to a few stores & then had a great dinner at AppleBee's (Meme got him a gift card). Seriously, it was soooo good. He seemed to enjoy his day.  :)

We put up our Willow Tree: Demdaco "The Christmas Story" nativity. Besides that, the only other Christmasy things done around here are: a snowman welcome sign by the door, some jingle bells on the doorknob & two gifts wrapped. All other gifts & decorations are stashed in various places. We've decided to go Saturday to cut down our tree. The weather looks good for that. Although we'd all rather there be snow on the ground, the forecast calls for sunshine & a high of 41. I'm also going to try to sweet talk Eric into hanging our lights outside on Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Gift-wrapping may have to wait until Eric is home from work. Adelle likes to stomp on the paper while I'm trying to wrap. I went yesterday to help the Band FRG buy stuff fr the unit Holiday party. That was pretty fun & help me get a little more in the Christmas spirit.

I have our Christmas cards addressed, but I've run out of stamps. Adelle permitting, I plan to go to the post office today & mail them all. I don't think I've ever mailed them this early. December 1. Btw... Happy birthday to my Aunt Kim!

The main reason I'm having trouble embracing the spirit this year is because our house is full of moving boxes. I've packed a good many already, but I have a LONG way to go. I do have to thank some people for giving us boxes. Thanks, Becki! Thanks, Kerri & Luke! Thanks, AVON!  ;)  Ugh. Speaking of packing... I gotta get to it. Write more later.