Our First Van Life Christmas...

 Hey Y'all!

I know these type of blogs aren't for everyone, but I love seeing what others received. Therefor I also like to share what we got each year. It's kind of a tradition at this point. But, if this blog isn't for you, no worries, just skip it and I'll "see ya" for the next one!

Last Christmas-

https://craftinwifescreations.blogspot.com/2023/12/what-we-got-for-christmas.html


2022-

https://craftinwifescreations.blogspot.com/2022/12/what-we-got-for-christmas.html


2021-

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We spent most of the day indoors, at Mom's in Northeastern Tennessee.

We were lucky and the weather was mild. Because of this we were able to easily get the new mattress in place, and the old one out as well as do a few other little projects.




I'll start with my husband Chris:

 I got him a Dremel Tool, and additional accessories but he already had it put away before I took pictures. I also got him State of Decay 1 & 2 for PC, he has them on Xbox One and really liked them. As well as 2 new pair of pants, thicker and better for winter van life.

From my Mom he received $100 cash, which we used for the propane stove he wanted, and some wall panels for the canopy.

From my sister & family he got a bunch of different candies & snacks to try, some Skittles beverages, and a bottle of espresso alcohol:



From hubby I got:

Wet 'n Wild's Alice in Wonderland & Scooby Doo Collections. As well as some new nail polish.



From Mom & Sis and Family I got:



Clothes, a new tumbler, books, a Bridgerton stamp set, & wine!


Brunilda, the van got some items too, they just haven't arrived yet-

a new tire cover, this cheap one lasted over a year, but it's been torn for a few months now

a where we've been map (USA) for the side window

blackout vinyl, we have this and finished one (of 3) windows Christmas day

window tint, for the driving windows (front and rear)

One item that did arrive early, and was put in on Christmas was the new mattress!


We had a traditional Christmas dinner this year at Mom's house. We opened presents, chatted, played Rummy, and ate until well into the evening! It was a nice time.


How were your holidays? Let me know in the comments below!


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