A Peachy Christmas Part Two: Family, Presents, and Holiday Magic

Christmas might be over, but I’m still buzzing from all the holiday magic swirling around my house these past few days. Everything felt extra sparkly and exciting, especially during our Christmas Eve family gathering, where there were so many faces to smile at and so many arms ready to scoop me up. I didn’t understand every little thing that was happening, but I knew it was special.

Today is Boxing Day, which means that Christmas is officially over. I hope you had a marvelous time with people who love you. My Christmas was amazing! I had a great time, and I can’t wait to do it again next year.

We began our celebrations on Christmas Eve as per our family tradition. It was a very busy day from the moment I got out of bed. That morning after a diaper change I was ready to head downstairs for my breakfast, as I do every morning.

When I got downstairs, I quickly noticed that we had visitors. As usual, everyone wanted to see me, and I had to begin my day by doing my rounds and visiting with each person in turn. I was being patient and friendly with everyone even though this was upsetting my morning routine.

Next, everyone wanted to take pictures with me in front of the Christmas tree. I was being passed around, and there was a lot of commotion as each person tried to get into position by the tree. I was beginning to wonder if breakfast was ever going to happen, and I was starting to lose my patience.

A Little Help?

That’s when Mommy came to the rescue. She whisked me away into the kitchen and got me safely secured in my high chair. I knew this meant breakfast was moments away. Strangely, while I was eating, people came over to say goodbye and to wish me a merry Christmas.

By the time breakfast was over, it was just me with Mommy. Was that it? Was Christmas over? I was starting to think I missed most of it by getting up too late. That would have been disappointing.

When Mommy started pulling out mountains of food from the refrigerator, I knew Christmas was just getting started. I sat in the kitchen watching my video on the tablet while Mommy cooked and cleaned. Sometimes Mommy would get me to taste something she was making. I’m always the taste tester, and I’m very good at my job.

Next it was time to get dressed. That’s when I realized that between getting up late and all the cooking and tasting, I had missed my nap. Surprisingly, I was feeling pretty good and ready for the party. Mommy helped me put my red Christmas dress on, and I was all set.

Soon the food was ready, and a different set of visitors had arrived. After our usual greetings, we found ourselves sitting around the table and ready to eat. I am now big enough to eat what everyone else is having. Mommy fed me bits of fish, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, carrots, and corn. Then I ate some green beans by myself. They were long and wobbly, and I enjoyed playing with them.

Holiday Magic and a Full Tummy

After dinner there was dessert. I ate a bit of cake, but I was pretty stuffed already, and after two mouthfuls, I decided that I had had enough. I sat in my high chair watching everyone else eat. Then the strangest thing happened. While listening to the hum of the conversation, I must have drifted off for a snooze because the next thing I remember, I woke up still in my high chair with a blanket wrapped around me.

That’s when Mommy took me out of the high chair, and we all went into the living room. We opened a couple of presents, and then Mommy put me on the floor to play. I demonstrated my standing abilities to everyone by walking along the edges of the furniture and visiting everyone I could reach. All the guests were amazed.

It was getting pretty late, and people began to leave. Once everyone was gone, Mommy changed me into my pajamas, and I investigated the presents I got. While I was busy with that, Mommy cleaned up. Soon after, it was time for my oatmeal, followed by some relaxing time on the couch. Then it was bedtime, and since I was pretty tired, I didn’t fuss about it.

The next day was Christmas, and although I was excited, I slept in pretty late. It was probably all the partying the night before. Luckily, Christmas Day was much more relaxing. No visitors that day. Just us hanging out at home.

When I got up, Mommy dressed me in my special Christmas pajamas, and we went downstairs. After a quick breakfast, it was time for the best part of Christmas. Presents! Mommy put me down by the tree and let me pick which present I would start with. I chose a flat-looking rectangular one.

I needed a little help getting it started, and then I unwrapped it all by myself. That present turned out to be a book! I like books, and it was fun to be surprised. I kept unwrapping present after present for at least an hour. There were a lot of presents to open. I got toys, books, and clothes. Once everything was unwrapped, I got to play with my new stuff until nap time.

Opening Christmas Presents Is Exhausting

When I woke up again, it was time for dinner. We were supposed to have turkey but ended up eating leftovers instead. There was a lot to choose from, but I was happy to have the same things that I had the day before. It was tasty, and I ate everything that Mommy put on my plate.

In the evening I got to play with my new stuff again. Then we watched some Christmas movies. I drifted off for a nap during one of the movies, but that’s ok. It was a laid-back kind of day, and we found it very relaxing. That’s how I spent my second Christmas.

Although Christmas is technically over, there is still more fun to be had. The tree and decorations are still here and just as pretty as they were before. I’ve been busy all day with my new toys, and the turkey is almost ready. It smells yummy. I already know that I like turkey because I had some for Thanksgiving. I can’t wait to have some again.

Christmas is a lot like Thanksgiving but bigger, and there are presents. Next year I plan on figuring out what Santa Claus is all about. I hear people talking about this Santa, but I haven’t been able to figure out how Santa fits into Christmas. I have a year to formulate a plan. I better get to work.

Even though the big days have passed, I can still feel the holiday magic twinkling around me, just like it did during our Christmas Eve family gathering. I might be little, but I know these moments are important. The cuddles, the lights, the yummy food, and all the people who make me giggle. If this is what Christmas is like every year, I think I’m going to love it more and more as I grow. For now, I’m going to enjoy my turkey, play with my toys, and dream about all the fun waiting for me next Christmas.