'Happy Christmas' is the customary holiday greeting here on the Emerald Isle. I'm not sure why they don't use 'Merry' like we do. Actually, now that I think about it, I'm not sure why we don't use 'Happy'. We use happy for every other holiday: New Year, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Birthday, Anniversary, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, etc. I wonder why we decided Christmas was Merry and not Happy. They also don't go the pc route of 'Happy Holidays' making it pretty obvious Christianity runs the show here.
We had a nice holiday. It was low key; pretty much just walks, naps, cooking, and eating. We tried some food that is traditional here but not historically part our our menu - Brussels sprouts, lamb, and mince pies. All were tasty. Our shipment showed up Friday so we had presents to open... yeah! Our little tree (see the photo) did the job and created a festive atmosphere. Kahlil actually opened a couple of his gifts. (I'm sure we'll have to reign him in next year!) He was quite taken with the Elmo pj's Dean and Tracy gave him. He kept coming over to pet them. He also liked all the little parts to the vet kit Grandma Ettie and Papa gave him. The empty bags were a big hit too.
I think tomorrow is Boxing Day. I'm not exactly sure what that is, but a lot of places will be closed. We are hoping to get a rental car lined up and do a little excursion out of town. There are three possible places on the list: the National Botanical Garden, Newgrange (ancient archaeological site akin to Stonehenge), or the National Stud and Japanese Garden.
We hope everybody had a wonderful holiday. We miss you all and will see you in the New Year.
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