We flew out Saturday and got to my mom's in time for a late dinner. Then in the morning we woke up and went out to buy food for Christmas dinner. Then we met my dad at a local Steelers bar to watch the last quarter of the Redskins game. We stuck around for the first half of the Steelers game, which was an experience. I hadn't ever realized that their fight song includes a brag about going to the Super Bowl.
That night we made spaghetti and sausage for dinner and Connor's girlfriend came over. After she left, we opened presents and played some Scrabble on the super fancy board my dad got for Kevin and I. The next day was devoted to Pinocchle and cooking, with a trip to see American Hustle. For dinner we had a pot roast, scalloped potatoes, asparagus, and lots of wine.
On Tuesday morning there was more Pinocchle, then we went to my aunt's house for dinner. She always does a big Turkey dinner, and this year there were enough people to warrant two turkeys. After we did presents with her husband's side of the family, we went back to my mom's house and opened presents with her.
On Christmas morning we woke up and puttered around for a while. Then Kevin and I started cooking the leg of lamb for Christmas dinner. My mom's sisters and a few of my cousins came over for more food, wine, visiting, and, of course, presents. We do a bunch of little gift exchanges, which I've come to prefer to one big gift exchange. It's more intimate with each group, it's easier to remember who gave and received what, and there's always a bit more to look forward to.
Boxing Day was mostly devoted to washing dishes and nursing hangovers. We rewatched the entire fourth season of Community while addressing wedding invitations. Then Kevin took a nap while Connor and I watched several episodes of Revenge.
On Friday my aunt threw a wedding shower brunch for Kevin and I. She made a delicious quiche omelet hybrid and there were plenty of mimosas and pool on their new-old table. That night we took my mom out for a nice steak dinner for her birthday.
As I said, the week was a whirlwind of family, food, and alcohol. It's always fun to see everyone, but it's also nice to get home and relax a bit before heading back to work.
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