27. Christmas 2016
Sam, Bingo, Uncle Tubby, and all of the puppies spent the holidays this year at Grandmam's house.
She lives quite far away, so it was a bit of a trip to get there, as they had to not only go over the river...
...but also through some woods.
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But once they arrived, it was very nice!
Everyone was there, even relatives Sam hadn't seen in a very long time.
Like his Aunt Pat and Uncle Gug, from Ohio!
And his baby cousin Pudge, who Sam was introduced to for the very first time.
He's very cute, but Sam doesn't really see the family resemblance.
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Punny holiday sweaters are tradition in Sam's family, but Bingo finds this one to be a little patronizing.
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Soon, everyone exchanged gifts.
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Whoa! Pluffles the well-dressed dragon and Super Duper Super Doug the Super Duper Super Dog?
This must be the best Christmas ever!
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Not only did Bingo get a fancy retro lava lamp, but from Uncle Tubby, a brand new frying pan!
Just what he asked for.
Now he can make delicious pancakes.
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He'll probably have to share some.
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Uncle Tubby was surprised to find that both Bingo and Sam has gotten him a gift, too.
Two pre-owned toasters! Last year's model!
Why, he felt like the luckiest uncle in the world.
He would cherish them forever.
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Last to get their presents were the three puppies, who each got a yummy delicious dog bone to chew
Everybody enjoyed their new presents very much.
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Well, for a short while anyway.
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But it just went to show, that Christmastime doesn't need to be any sort of spectacular over-the-top celebration with fancy presents to be memorable...
...as long as you're with family and friends.
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Merry Christmas from Sam and friends!