2023/12/26 - Bam, And It Was Done!
I had planned to ask Juan to bring things down but Joe said, "Pops, you have to grandsons!" I hated to ask them because they are so busy but Joe and the boys came over and the three of them emptied the garage attic in about 15 minutes flat! WOW!
Not only that, the boxes were taken to our family room so we cold begin the process immediately.
It begins!
Christmas comes in and Thanksgiving goes out!
Tote that barge, lift that bail!
The boys are quite strong! Grandpa would;d have needed oxygen by now.
Charlie makes it look easy!
Joe goes for another load!
Things are stacking up!
Time to rest!
We have work ahead!
Now the serious work begins and takes several days as chores and entertainment take precedence!
First the baby comes out and takes a place of honor!
Scout is always there to help keeping the hallways blocked from marauders!
He really is a help, NOT!
As we empty the containers go outside on the patio!
Where to place them?
Scout on duty!
Progress is being made.
Scout counts the almost empty boxes.
Daddy builds the pyramids!
"Now how does this go?"
Oops! The kitchen counter is still loaded with Christmas dishes and cups.
Just a few repairs to be made
The repairs take longer than we thought
Lady Victory says "It's A Go!!!"
No table space available...
Even the hallway is decorated!
Looks great!
December 1st is right around the corner.
Lights on!
The Formal Dining Room is ready to receive guests!
The Living Room/TV Room is approved for use!
The LED's do a good job!
Everyone knows Santa lives here!
Red and Green alternating lights were easy to program!
Dining room is ready!
We always have some "blowups" and this year is no exception. We have the Sarge (who protects the house), Disco Santa (scares the critters away), and the Heliport (where Santa comes in for a quick visit).
Roll down your window and show your ID.
We love that moving disco ball!
They occupy most of the front yard!
Copter to Tower, here we come!
David and Dianne gave up two beautiful Santas and they each had a cassette tape player built in so they tell stories and play ragtime Christmas music. They go on the kitchen island, a place of honor to be seen by everyone!
"What story would you like to hear??"
"I will play a Christmas tune softly in the background!"
Nervous Nellie, the moving Christmas Tree, will keep and eye on them!
