I’m like Santa Claus because I’d take cookies from strangers.
I’m like Santa’s reindeer because I want to fly run around the world.
I’m like Rudolph because I have a red nose head.
I’m like the Three Wise Men because I’m always late.
I’m like the Grinch because my heart is 2 sizes too small for my body.
But, I’m the opposite of Frosty the Snow Man because I would die in the snow.
Thankfully, Ben is from Florida so I get to be a snow chilly weather bird for Christmas! I’m super thankful he’s not from somewhere cold. 
His fam is from a small-ish town 80 miles south of Tampa. No stores are open – not even Dunkin Donuts. So, my run this morning was quiet and peaceful. 
I ran to the beach for a quick hello, before heading back. Got in about 7 miles.
I was hoping to spot a manatee, but didn’t have any luck 
I love manatees.
When I got back I made an egg sandwich and snacked on tons of fruit. My mother-in-law is amazing about keeping fresh fruit stocked. I might turn into a pineapple soon…
Plus some coffee flavored with eggnog 
Merry Christmas to me!
I did spot a Christmas sign on my run too…
Happy Birthday Jesus!
But, now I keep saying “It’s Jesus’ birthday!!!” a la Melissa from Real Housewives of New Jersey. I first said it to make fun, and now I can’t get it out of my head. That’s what I get.
I called my mom to check in wit my family’s Christmas, but everyone else was still asleep. Guess I’ll have to try in a bit…
Did you get what you wanted for Christmas?
Merry Christmas!
Hi Monica! I just found your blog and I am really looking forward to reading it. My mom, aunt & uncle live in Englewood and I have spent many a Christmas down there. 🙂
I was just in Homosassa, FL and saw a ton of manatees, about 8 captives and 17 wild ones, including some babies! I love them too!!
I have to get over there to see some!
Yes, very lucky he doesn’t live in Alaska!
I got what I wanted- being with my family in Australia! 🙂
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas. Hope you have a blessed holiday!
Merry Christmas … I got everything I wanted … time with my family and the most precious gifts from my girls … what else could I want right!
Einstein Bagels was open today … to our surprise … it was yummy!
We saw some Starbucks open, but alas I wasn’t driving, otherwise we so would have hit the drive thru. I hope you got everything you want for Christmas! Yay for a supportive MIL!
i got a subscription to US WEEKLY so yes, everything i ever wanted i received.
I might just turn into a pineapple myself. I can’t stop eating them. So juicy and sweet 😀
Merry Christmas!!
Merry Christmas!! I got what I wanted 😀
Yeah my bf is from Sarasota and says it closes down any chance it gets. Says everything closes at 10pm like every night. Not surprised it’s super quiet on xmas!