A Photographic (After) Christmas Story
Well, Christmas was a hit at the NukeHousehold. After cleaning up 3 different times, we were left with this:
We decided to get the kids out of the house for a little while and thought we would play some sports. NukeBoy2 rode his new skateboard while NukeBoy1 showed off his new customized and personalized Carolina Panthers jersey. The neighbors played some badminton. I don’t know who Mr. Minton was, or what he did that was so horrible; but maybe it was his idea to make the shuttlecock this big. The game ended in a zero to zero tie after the ambulance left.
The kids thought they might have more fun at the park, so we took a ride to the playground. I was enjoying some time to myself on the park bench when I heard some noise. I decided to switch benches after I looked up into the tree above me and saw this:
It’s rare that you see a sniper before they strike, so you can bet I’m thanking my lucky stars today. NukeGirl came over to me with pouty lips and explained that a little boy wouldn’t share the Panda with her. It was then that I realized that this Dad obviously didn’t get what he was expecting from Santa:
We got back home and decided a trip to the mall was in order so that the NukeKids could start spending some of the bazillions of dollars that they received in cash and gift cards. We checked the weather before we left on my new weather station. It’s guaranteed to be 100% accurate!:
The NukeKids were having fun on the way pointing out all of the Holiday decorations. Inflatable Santas, reindeer horns rolled up in the rear windows of cars and wreath’s on the grilles of cars and trucks. I looked up and noticed that even though I didn’t know him personally, it appeared that somebody got some sticks and coal in their stocking. I don’t think Steven had this on his Christmas list:
When we got to the mall, it was apparent that the Holiday Cheer of most retailers was running low. I guess the bad economy, less than stellar Holiday sales, long hours and demanding customers had taken it’s toll. Almost every store we went into had this sign on their front door:
We already have 3 dogs and the NukeKids LOVE coffee ice cream, so we didn’t take any chances. NukeMom and I had the NukeKids by the collars and reminded them that although it was their money; we were holding the wallets. The dour mood of the retailers was further confirmed when I had to use the bathroom:
I decided maybe I’d just wait until we got home. The NukeKids got some great toys and learned the value of spending aimlessly with free money. NukeBoy1 justified it this way: “We can always ask for a bailout”. NukeMom and I found some great cups for the Nuke Neighborhood’s New Years Eve Blowout that will ensure that everyone adheres to the strict “One Drink” rule. It’ll be easy this year. Here’s a picture from the display rack:
Yep, the Holiday’s are in full swing! Hope that you all are having as much fun as we are. If you’re interested in the cups, I’m sorry to say that we got the last package. You might check on Ebay under “Swimming pools and accessories”. That’s where the Sigma Nu pledge I met at the store told me they had to get them last year. “Good thing I shopped early this year!”, he said. Those college kids are so smart.
Audubon Ron
Funny.
(NukeDad) One word response? Wow. You’re speechless.
Dec 27, 2008 @ 6:22 am
Weaselmomma
I need some of that toilet paper for when the in-laws come.
How rowdy are the NukeKids that you have to hand out cups for all of the guests?
(NukeDad) Look in the cheese aisle, not the paper aisle. The good thing about the cups is that if the kids mis-behave you can put them into one of the cups and they’ll be there when you come back. No escape.
Weaselmommas last blog post..Back To the Funny
Dec 27, 2008 @ 7:21 am
BBD
I love christmas. (tear.) and the fact that there is no mall where we live now.
(NukeDad) Lucky dog. You mean you don’t get to experience the joy of large masses of crazy people and food courts? Shame.
BBDs last blog post..Twas the night before Christmas
Dec 27, 2008 @ 10:50 am
Melisa
Wow, what a Christmas!
That’s some weather station you’ve got there; I typically pick up miniature versions of it when we visit the Smokies, but they’re called “Hillbilly Weather Rocks”: you know, keepin’ it simple.
(NukeDad) And those weather stations are NEVER WRONG! They should be doing the weather on channel 2. (Sorry Kim!)
Melisas last blog post..Eight Crazy Posts! (#6)
Dec 27, 2008 @ 12:09 pm
James
Great Stuff NukeDad! I want to come over for New Years Eve.
(NukeDad) Cool, James! Start doing push-ups and sit-ups now; you’ll need the core body strength to lift one of those cups.
Jamess last blog post..Merry Christmas!!
Dec 27, 2008 @ 12:23 pm
tom
If that’s what the badminton birds look like there, I’d hate to see what the volleyballs look like. Or is that only how they appear after having a “cup” of beer?
(NukeDad) After drinking one of those cups, you just aim for the one in the middle.
toms last blog post..Free At Last
Dec 28, 2008 @ 9:42 am
'cuz I'm the mommy, that's why
Espresso and a free puppy? Why can’t I find this sign available for sale?
(NukeDad) I think they sold out in about 10 minutes.
Dec 29, 2008 @ 2:34 am
Karen
I wish my apartment looked that clean! Cheryl speculates if it were a dollar cheaper we would totally have that toilet paper here, my comeback, “Ha, more like 50 cents!” And now I know why WeaselMomma has disappeared, she has been overrun by in-laws, I wonder if she needs rescuing… It could be a stealth mission, we might need a NukeBeagle and NukeGirl, Niecey can infiltrate the Weasel ranks while the NukeDog and NukeGirl await her signal to invade with some of that toilet paper and definitely some of those cups filled with something that would take out those not taken down by the TP. (This is so what happens when I stay up too late!)
(NukeDad) It’s OK, some of the best military stategies ever came late at night; keep on thinking, Sarge!
Karens last blog post..Shopping With Niecey
Dec 29, 2008 @ 5:52 am