Memories

As the holiday season of 2008 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the moments that made this Christmas so great. And, as I know most of you have been waiting and waiting and waiting to hear them, I'll gladly share.

In no particular order, here are the memories that will last a lifetime:

• Seeing my little god-daughter/niece go up to Super Kid during present opening and saying 'oh my gosh' and hugging him even though we wasn't opening anything.
• Hearing VT sister laugh at the completely ridiculous Holiday Letter I sent her that forced Super Smart nephew to read out loud (at my request) knowing full well that I littered it with the f-bomb about 20 times.
• Eating Strawberry Jam.
• Making Corn Beef & Cabbage to absolute perfection (another ancient family recipe on Husbands side that I was nervous about making).
• Super Kid believing (probably for the last time) that Santa exists and brought him presents.
• Super Kid wearing his new skiing helmet and goggles while watching WallE in his PJ's at 11am. (I took a picture and will post it soon, it's hilarious and cute at the same time).
• Husband and Super Kid smiling at the same time.
• Setting up my new iPod (OMG I was so excited to get one!).

And the best memory was a conversation that I had with Super Kid. We just popped in WallE and he was sitting on the floor. I said 'Hey Buddy, come up on the couch with me and we'll watch it together'. He plopped down on the couch and brought a very interesting, peculiar smell with him. The following chat took place and made me realize that this child is just like me (undeniably sarcastic and honest) :
Me: PU Buddy did you fart?
Super Kid (without skipping at beat): No, it's probably your breath.

Priceless.