Christmas Celebration in Florida -- Day 3

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I now realize that I should have typed this post about Day 3 in Florida last night because I'm forgetting how we started our day.

Now, I remember. The boys were outside with Granddaddy. They were piddling in different things then built a cross with a star on top to put lights on. It is a neat idea and very pretty.

The girls went to Aunt Rie-Rie's house to play inside unhindered by boys. Marie called Granny's house and said, "Anna Brooke and Sarah Belle are sitting down, coloring in a coloring book. I didn't know this was possible. Girls are so much easier than boys!!!!! Which is true at this age. Give us a few more years and we will re-evaluate this situation.
Then the Fuller's went to town to pick up a few things and take care of some errands. Our friend, K and her children, followed us back to Hideaway Farms.

Back at the farm, we played on the hay in the tractor barn,
went to play on the climbing tree,
fed the cows,
and then came inside to warm up. It has been HOT here in Florida. But, yesterday, it was cooler and WINDY. We actually had to build a fire in the wood stove.

Last night, we had our Florida Christmas. All of the children received things they wanted and some apparel that was handmade with love by their Granny. Their faces were priceless. Luke was actually excited by school clothes. The girls slept in their robes with no jammies underneath. Very cute.
And, Granny gave me a much better camera. So, now I can post pictures on FullerTown! I think she missed seeing pictures of the babies on her computer. I am very happy!! Patrick received something he really wanted/needed. He also was very excited.

Then, as is our tradition, we went outside. And enjoyed some fireworks. And Roman candles. And a few firecrackers. Granny taught Luke how to throw firecrackers and he was so excited!

Now, this morning, we are getting our things together to make the journey back home. It will be a long day of traveling for us.

Stay tuned for more Christmas celebration happenings. . . .

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