Holidays, visits, presents, etc. - Page 2

**thanksgivingmom** · #16 11-14-2007, 08:41 AM

Yeah, I asked her Mom if it would be alright if I sent it to her as a birthday present and she said that would be great so hopefully I can get it and send it to her (or even better give it to her in person!!!)

Free_to_be_me · #17 11-14-2007, 11:07 AM

Thanksgivingmom- It cracks me up that you are going to steal a present for the babe! I love it. It's great that she is going to get the traditional baby gift, even if your grandma doesn't know it...

It's looking like I won't be able to make the trip to see my bdaughter and her family over the holidays this year. This will be the second time in 12 years that we haven't had a visit. The first time I was on the other side of the world and it would have been pretty impossible. This time, I could if I was willing to spend the money on a plane ticket, but I just built a house and am planning a wedding and feel like I shouldn't take the trip. I just saw them in October and I know I'll be seeing them in June. I haven't even thought about sending gifts yet...I should get on that.

**thanksgivingmom** · #18 11-14-2007, 02:10 PM

Now, now, steal is such a harsh word...haha! I KNOW she would get one if I asked though, so I don't feel THAT bad about it...and I just want her to have one so bad!

SchmennaLeigh · #19 11-14-2007, 02:20 PM

Forgot to write what I got the Munch: a beading/jewelry kit (Melissa & Doug brand; totally cute) because she's way into jewelry right now and loves little things. (Cleared it with D first that JD wouldn't get to and eat the beads.) An AA doll. And two outfits. (One outfit + one toy = birthday. One outfit + one toy = Christmas.)

I also send JD gifts for birthday and Christmas. D & I exchange something small.

taramayrn · #20 11-14-2007, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Free_to_be_me

Thanksgivingmom- It cracks me up that you are going to steal a present for the babe! I love it. It's great that she is going to get the traditional baby gift, even if your grandma doesn't know it...

It's looking like I won't be able to make the trip to see my bdaughter and her family over the holidays this year. This will be the second time in 12 years that we haven't had a visit. The first time I was on the other side of the world and it would have been pretty impossible. This time, I could if I was willing to spend the money on a plane ticket, but I just built a house and am planning a wedding and feel like I shouldn't take the trip. I just saw them in October and I know I'll be seeing them in June. I haven't even thought about sending gifts yet...I should get on that.

HUGS Free - that's got to be hard not being able to visit this year, but I'm sure they will understand. Gifts are good. Any thoughts on what you'll buy?

taramayrn · #21 11-14-2007, 05:09 PM

Miss Munchkin's hitting the jackpot! I know she will love your presents.

lahdh4 · #22 11-14-2007, 07:09 PM

TGM: what would you call it? It is not like you are borrowing the blanket. Perm. borrow works!! LOL

**thanksgivingmom** · #23 11-14-2007, 09:08 PM

okay. I AM stealing it! haha...grand theft baby blanket! Guilty as charged!

Free_to_be_me · #24 11-15-2007, 01:15 PM

I really don't know if I can go through with not having a visit...I am already thinking about maybe having a February visit...I don't know if I can wait until June.

As far as gifts go, I know I will get P at least one book. She is an avid reader and I love getting her books that I used to read. Last year for Christmas she asked for a book. I asked her what kind and she said "A big fat one." She'll read pretty much anything.

Other than that, I really don't have any fresh creative ideas. I'll figure something out, though...

TGM-you know, you are turning the baby into a criminal too! Possession of stolen property? Ha Ha!

taramayrn · #25 11-15-2007, 01:16 PM

Free - how old is P?

Free_to_be_me · #26 11-15-2007, 01:42 PM

She is 12 1/2

...she really likes fantasy books, Eragon, Harry Potter...She is reading at an adult reading level, but not quite ready for some adult themes...

taramayrn · #27 11-15-2007, 02:45 PM

I'm going to the book store today so I'll keep my eye open for any books in that category that might be appropriate.

belleinblue1978 · #28 11-15-2007, 02:55 PM

I am visiting some time next month. I want mom and dad to come with me, but they are refusing... grrrrrr.

As for gifts, I am getting kiddo and etch a sketch, this circus thing, and some books.

SchmennaLeigh · #29 11-15-2007, 04:41 PM

I might be flying in to visit for two days for the Munchkin's birthday. I'll just be taking Parker with me as Josh will watch Nicholas on his two days off. (Josh works 24 on, 48 off at the fire department for those wondering.) Since it's such a short time (leaving at 6 am on one day coming home at 11 the next) we opted not to take the ENTIRE family as Nick sleeps poorly on visits for a few days and would never get an adjustment period and thus everyone would be miserable.

We're working out some kinks right now. As well as me trying to move around some finances so that I can fund a brief trip out.

Here's hoping!

taramayrn · #30 11-15-2007, 05:30 PM

Jenna - I hope you can arrange this visit.

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