Jenn's Christmas 2009

Christmas morning was full of wonderful, thoughtful gifts from my darling husband.

First, I'd like to mention that I am a MAJOR Dragonriders of Pern fan. I read everything "Pern" written by Anne and Todd McCaffery that gets published. Earlier this year a new Pern novel came out. I received that book for Christmas this year, completing my collection of published novels in the series. Adam also got me the last short story that was published in a collection of sci-fi/fantasy short stories, which completed my Pern short story collection. On top of that, he tracked down a copy of The Atlas of Pern for me. So all in all, I now own every official Pern book to date. I'd like to state that my husband is very indulgent of my liking of Pern as he does not enjoy the fantasy genre. Isn't he wonderful?

I also got an Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) doll. I had seen it many times when we went to the Disney Store at the mall and mentioned that really wanted it and had every intention of saving up and buying it for myself. Adam took note and got me one for Christmas. I know you're probably thinking that a "Barbie" doll is a bit childish for a 24 year old to receive for Christmas. I don't care. I AM a bit childish and admit freely that I enjoy brushing her hair and changing her outfits.

Along with my doll came a plethora of Disney princess themed items, such as a coloring book, hot chocolate/mug set, pencils, notebooks, stickers, and perfume. I felt like a princess myself! Grown ups can like Disney Princesses too.

One of my most favorite gifts was my rock. I like collecting raw/unpolished rocks and gemstones. These are harder to come by than you would think. Seems everyone wants a polished rock if they want a rock at all. So, first, my husband, uninterested in rocks as he is, remembered this. Second, he remembered which rock I wanted for my collection. He hand-picked me a beautiful and nearly-perfect sample of Azurite that was shipped from China. I was so happy!

I also got, which wasn't a surprise, Pokemon Dungeon: Explorers of Sky. I had pestered Adam from the day it was announced that I HAD to have this game. I think I drove him a little crazy with my persistence. I have been playing it and it is just as good as I thought it would be.

Adam got me a curling iron as well. This curling iron also converts into a hair-straightener. I don't usually do much...or anything...with my hair, but I want to. So, I have been experimenting with my new super-cool Curling Iron and so far, my hair-styling attempts aren't too bad.

Along with the Pern books, Adam got me another Star Wars book for our collection, and the latest Peter and the Starcatchers book. Also some White Hot Chocolate, some See's Bordeaux bars (my favorite chocolate), and some makeup that I needed.

All in all, this was a GREAT Christmas. I feel so blessed.