Black Friday

I suppose that most families go shopping on the day after Thanksgiving but our family, being somewhat atypical, exchanges gifts on Thanksgiving, and thus has no need for this part of the great American experience. Instead, we gather for the annual photograph, then do the gift exchange.

This year was no exception, however, it was extra special because with the addition of Zach and Miranda, the entire nuclear family was together for the first time ever (unless more children are hatched, which at this point does not seem likely).

So exchange gifts we did, and young master Zechariah and young miss Miranda made out like bandits. Here are a few breif pics of all the fun and frivolity for your viewing pleasure.

Both kids got puzzles and art supplies and sticker books and tub toys. Zach got a bunch of Thomas the Train stuff and Miranda got a talking baby doll and some other nice things. It was quite a haul!

After all the excitement, it was definitely time for snacks and naps - which is what we did.

Later, Grandpa Monty led a multi-generational golf outing and, while the golfers were out, the party shifted from Aunt Susie's house to Uncle Warren's house for more fun and a big take-out dinner. Still two more days of Carolina Monkeyshines to go - be sure to keep checking back.