The girls got us up around 7am - it was nice to sleep in. We all came down stairs and the girls looked in the stockings while I started breakfast. Then we opened presents. The girls got digital cameras and a few other small things. They were excited about getting a WebKinz which are very hard to find here. Rameses was VERY happy to receive some sparkly balls. He played for hours (yes he plays fetch over and over and over again). Osiris got some catnip which made him happy too.
We spent a few hours today outside by the pool, reading, swimming and sunning. I cooked a turkey which turned out quite tasty. I also made my grandmother cranberry salad and some pumpkin pie. And I must say the ingredients weren't easy to find. I had to grind the cloves for the pie. Elle set a beautiful table and served us our food.
We learned a new tradition from our neighbors... so much for cookies and milk for Santa, they leave wine or sherry with some biscuits (cookies). Santa must be trashed by the time he gets to the US!
A nice family toast... to our first Christmas in Dubai.
P.S. Larry and the girls are watching crazy cat videos on YouTube as I am finishing this post. Cracks me up that they can watch video after video. Mom, look at this... Mom, look at this...
