Hank woke up Christmas morning around 5 bursting with energy and excitement. I worried that so much excitement could only lead to disappointment. It's a lot of pressure on me to come through every year. I always agonize over the kids presents, but this year especially. Hank didn't really ask for anything, probably because he has everything! I checked downstairs before the kids came down to make sure Santa came.
Hank got a Richard Sherman jersey and basketball he asked for along with a new mountain bike.
Sam got a sports car, Buzz Lightyear, and a shopping cart full of food.
Santa brought Max the Skylanders Swap Force game he asked for along with a remote control robot and a basketball.
Sam was still half asleep at this point.
He wouldn't leave his new ride. He loved it even more when he realized he could drive it.
Oh yeah! Imagine all the chicks Sam's going to get driving this hot rod. The binkey may be a turn off though!
Max was thrilled with all his presents. My personal favorite gift Randy and I gave him this year was "the clapper"!
Hank scored some new Jordan basketball shoes, running shoes, and under armour gear. I guess it sort of made up for his lack of excitement for the bike. To say he was a little disappointed when he came downstairs would be an understatement. My worst fear came true. He didn't complain but the look on his face said it all. Good thing Hank is such a good kid and he got over it quick. Wish I could say I got over it that fast.
Sam loved his tea set from Hank and Max. I may love it more though!
Next was my turn and let me say, Randy spoiled me rotten this year. I mean he went WAY overboard! I got a new iPhone 5S, a laptop, new boots, new jeans, two shirts, and perfume. Every present I opened got this reaction. My man really knows how to treat his lady.
It was cute to watch the kids watch Randy and I open our presents. They were almost more excited about that than their own presents. We gave Randy some new shoes, clothes, a ski helmet, and some bar tending tools along with a complete bar book. I don't think I've ever seen him more excited about a present. He can't wait to start making some tasty concoctions.
After hours of wrapping and shopping, it was all over in about 15 minutes leaving this carnage behind.
Hank was looking like his sporty self wearing his new gear. I had to talk him off a ledge once again after he found out Isabel and Lucy received iPhone 5c's for Christmas. Ugh, Christmas sort of blows sometimes. I'm tempted to take the family to Hawaii next year for Christmas and come home when it's all over.
After some tears were shed we headed to mom and dad's for presents and breakfast.
Isabel couldn't help but hug Sam when she saw him rocking his new overalls.
Grandpa also got a love.
Precious Sam and Jack photo taken by Izzy.
My mom and dad gave Max some guys for his new game.
Sam got a bunch of Monsters University toys.
Sarah and Jack shared a DC and admired his beloved Zurg car.
Hank willingly posed for this adorable picture with Grandma. One of my faves from the day! Maybe he allowed this embrace because she gave him a sweet Payton Manning jersey.
Poor Randy started feeling sick the night before and after breakfast he really started to feel awful. He threw up shortly after this picture was taken and slept most of the day. In all the Christmas' we've spent together this was the first one he was sick for. I felt so bad for him. He tried so hard to pretend he wasn't sick.
After a mean game of Trivial Pursuit, which I won, and a keyboarding contest, Randy resurfaced feeling a little better.
We spent the majority of the day at mom and dads and it was just what the doctor ordered for me.
I sure love these sisters of mine. They are the best friends I could ask for. In lieu of gifts this year, we decided to make a CD for each other with songs we love. I was a little hesitant to put the music I really listen to on their CD's. I worried it may be a bit more "urban" than they are used to. But what would they expect from their black sister?
Christmas 2013 Griffin Style
This is another one of favorite pictures of the day. It captures the incredible fashion sense Max has, as well as the incredible bond he and Sam share. Sam can't get enough of "Wax". It is so precious to see. Pictures like this are what Christmas is all about. I love the family togetherness but I really despise the excess gifts. I don't know how to make our Christmas more centered around the things that matter most. It always comes down to the presents. Maybe one year I'll figure it out, but for now, I'm just relieved to have it over! I sure do love my family. We have been very blessed this year with good health, prosperity, and lots of family togetherness. I couldn't ask for anything more.
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