In the Light of Yuletide

These last days of the year have been jammed packed with adventures and celebrations. To start, all three of us took a very magical bus to Mexico City last week. I enjoyed moving along on this big, long bus with all the new faces and shiny lights. We even watched a couple of movies, that is, until I fell asleep about half way through. I think mama-san and papa-san enjoyed my napping time the most. I love moving fast and having lots of new sights to focus on. Mama-san says I am quite the little traveler.

Once in Mexico City, I met a very nice passport official who complemented me on my big eyes and cheerful look. Sitting and waiting at the American Embassy was not so much fun, but at least I have all my paperwork done and should have the new passport in my chubby little hand within a few weeks. After seven months of corresponding with the Canadian, American and Mexican governments, I think my mama-san is happy the paperwork saga is almost over. I wonder if this passport will be a good chew toy as it seems everything I can get to my mouth these days is game.

We had a special dinner last Sunday to celebrate Yuletide. You can see the photo above with our holiday poinsettia, candles and, best of all, chocolates! Unfortunately, I am not allowed chocolate yet and have to resign myself to pureed broccoli. I also was not allowed to have any of the mulled wine, which smelled so good with orange peel, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon sticks. The only thing missing was a nice snowy day. Even though all of us enjoy the spring-like winter in San Miguel, it just seems a bit off not to have a real winter around the holidays. 

I helped decorate our Yuletide Gratitude Tree with my own doodle card. Mama-san and papa-san did their own gratitude tags for things like joy, health, prosperity, and laughter. We also made Yuletide wishes for the upcoming year, but, since these are secret, I cannot tell you about the details. Yet, I think my mama-san may have wished for me to start taking regular naps again. With my new teeth coming in and all the exciting things to explore, I cannot seem to settle down enough for a quick snooze because I am afraid to miss any of the action. 

Both the "san's" and myself  hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season.

Big raspberries to you,

 

Liam

P.S. I have a few new pictures on the last page in my photo album down below. Since this is my "virtual baby book," it would be super fantastic to hear from you in the comments section.