Last year we let the holiday pass without anything for the little one but this year we began the tradition of Chanukah with Nana and Zayde.
We all got together and lit the menorah (thanks for the polishing Wisco) and ate fabulous latkes (thank you Zayde) with homemade applesauce (thank you Nana). Because we wanted Nana and Zayde to see our reactions to the presents, we let the Bub open all of his gifts on one night. I think we enjoyed the opening more than he did! Then, to top it all off, Aunt Margot skyped in to watch Sasha open her gift and then Aunt Alice & Maya skyped in to join the party.
Sasha had a great time playing with his new train set and running around the living room waving his new pajamas in the air. However, I think the most exciting item of the evening was the dreidel. The Bub was captivated by the spinning top and attempted to turn it numerous times.
After the excitement of candles, latkes, and presents was over the Bub fell into a great sleep which allowed the adults to laugh and chat over coffee and hot chocolate. What a difference a year makes!
What a lucky little boy! Gets to celebrate both holidays. Better throw in Solstice just for good measure. ;-) Give him a big smush from me. Do his 12-18 month-old Robeez fit him or too small?
ReplyDeleteHe looks like he's grown so much since Labor Day. I can't wait to see him!
ReplyDeleteYou lucky Grandma!! Take lots of pics.
ReplyDeleteHappy Chanukah and Merry Christmas to all! What fun to watch him open his gifts, surprising how quickly they learn the art of ripping wrapping paper.
ReplyDeleteHappy Chanukah! Can't wait to see the little stinker.
ReplyDeleteNice tee shirt. :)