chapter 20

Rupert says, "Happy Xmas!!!"


I'm sitting here, watching my little brother play a video game that involves shooting and killing as many people as possible. haha... why these games are so addictive, I'll never know.

So yes, my little brother is here in TX visiting from MI. It's so great to have him here. I've missed him so much and having family here with us for xmas means so much to us. It's my first xmas away from our parents and aunts and uncles. So having my brother here to distract us from that fact is great, haha!

It was strange for me specifically, because while I'm a total feminist and don't usually go along with the stereotypical nonsense expected of women, I felt the need to get all Holly Homemaker for xmas. I took charge of xmas dinner for the three of us and needless to say....I didn't ruin it! In fact, it turned out pretty flippin' awesome! I had to take pictures of the occasion because who knows when this will happen again. haha.





I made crispy chicken, my mom's cheesy potatoes with a southern flair (I bought the mexican mix cheese so it had a little taco seasonings in it), corn, cookies, and rolls. Then we had French Silk pie for dessert! I was so proud of myself!

Here's me, trying to be cute:



Please note the Cupcake Apron. My parents got me that adorable apron and an amazing mixer for xmas. I was so excited about it. I've never been in charge of cooking anything let alone a holiday meal, so the apron was much needed! Also, while I did all the cooking, the guys took care of the dishes and cleanup! Such good guys I have in my life!

With my brother visiting, we've done quite a lot of video game playing. My brother has just about every sweet game and system worth having, and he brought them all down here. Here's my Hubby and little brother playing Rockband. They're dorks, hence the silly faces.



Today was the first day since he's been here that stores and attractions have been open (due to the holidays), so we took advantage of it and went to a few museums and cool places around the Houston area. Here are some photos from that:









All in all, it's been a good couple of days with my little brother. And while I'm sad to see him go, it will make it all the better when I see him next.

xo