And so to Boxing Day

So we all met up at Mum and Dad C's gradually. The Wylies, then the Circuits Jnr. The evening dinner was prepared, then lunch was prepared and eaten. Jessica and Ella had a great time playing around, Fifi was a big hit. Madeline kept practicing her "walking" and playing with all the toys she shouldn't have some more! Then finally they dropped - Hurrah! Three exhausted little girls had a little kip whilst parents lazed around a little, Christmas food is soporific, even on Boxing Day it seems! When the girls woke up we had a little visit from Pauline and Denis, but they rushed off before the pandemonium of more presents set in! A wise move!

Then last but by no means least, the Thurlby's arrived. Then it all kicked off as they were allowed to open their Christmas Stockings in a mad frenzy. Some ooohhhhs and aaahhhhhs were available and then a massive play time commenced before dinner. The kids ate separately and were bathed and went to bed giving us the opportunity for a more... adult(?) meal. Some challenging conversation - mainly about speed cameras (y * a * w * n *) and then a quick game of trivial persuit. (No Strops from Liz though - sorry J and G - they've made the questions MUCH easier!) and then we retired only to wake up the next morning to SNOW! The children were very excited and after a speedy breakfast they hastily donned what warm appropriate clothing they had and ventured into the beyond.

After thawing out, we packed up and went home. I think that just about sums up the festivities, so far, of course! Oh but please note Jessica's attire for the second day running! A big Christmas hit methinks!

Anyway, a great time was had by all and so to the hum drum for a couple of days before a visit chez Gaskell for cocktails and New Year. We wait with baited breath for the photos!...