there are only a handful of people at work today so it went by a fairly slowly but also quickly. Rush really sure how that happens but it just does. After work I went and met up with Michelle and her family at Lupe Tortilla. It was a last minute decision to meet up so Matthew, Claire, Susan and David were all there. I’ve known them for so long and it melted my heart to see David so differently. His Grandpa Bear is definitely showing and it’s so dang adorable.

[2018] 360/365: Claire

I was fairly surprised when Claire reached out to me and was okay when I held her. I was able to get a selfie in and Michelle was able to catch our moment. She is definitely Miss Fussbucket as Michelle calls her but she just wants love. Excuse my messy hair … It was raining.

We didn’t get much time together but anytime was better than no time. I cannot wait for them to move back down after Matthew’s residency. Two more years!

The day started out with Sissy making a breakfast casserole for us.

[2018] 359/365: Rizzo’s Christmas Picture

After breakfast we all changed and Rizzo had a quick photoshoot after I rearranged the presents to look more presentable for pictures.

My gifts from the clan. In most excited about the money I got from Lasik from my secret santa and Mum and Dad not shown! It’s going down next year. Who wants to be my designated driver?

We all took naps, played a few rounds of Decrypto, I think it’s called, then all got ready and headed over to Katie’s for our annual Christmas dinner. We opened presents, not shown, and hung out and talked.

It’s a bummer I have to go to work tomorrow though but I guess making money is worth it! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

[2018] 356/365: Hallacas

I finally had time to make my Hallacas! They are SO pretty compared to tamales. When it comes to comparing the taste though, I’m not able to. They are so different in texture and flavour. I was taken aback by the olives but other than that I thought it was delicious! I have my fingers crossed that Salim follows through and save me a few he’s making with his family. If I have those I can make a better judgement.

I’m pretty much the designated gift wrapper in my family. I remember wrapping my own gifts when I was younger so I was never surprised when I opened it. It’s better now. They just throw me everyone else’s gifts instead.

Liliana sent me a Christmas present! And I love it!! Thank you so much! Emmy helped me unwrap my presents and she couldn’t stop playing with the cup.