Smithmas

We make our kids eat a half a banana and drink a glass of milk before they can open presents. Why? We don't really know. We also make them sing a few carols on the stairs before they can open presents. Why? Because it is fun.

Here they are singing the first carol. The video is only 4 seconds long. Watch carefully and notice the enthusiasm! the joy of anticipation! the sheer, overwhelming excitement!

I stopped recording and reminded my offspring that it was CHRISTMAS MORNING for crying out loud. Show some excitement!

Take Two:

More Excitement:

Ike went into shock when he got the ipod.

Strategy.

This mess is after the clean up.

Gabe's favorite gift: Hickory Farms Beef Set