1 December

[grace_poppy]

Christmas on board the Surprise is a very busy time.

197 souls mean a lot of presents to give.

With landfalls few and far between, the Surprises make the most of each opportunity throughout the year to do their Christmas shopping.

Comments

[zed_pm]

How wonderful! I'm so glad the ship is ready for the holidays. lol :D

[grace_poppy]

Well, it's getting there! So much to do, though, such a busy time!

[sidlj]

They're just all so thoughtful - it's inspiring! :-)

[grace_poppy]

Of course! They all love each other, like a big happy family.

[des_pudels_kern]

Look how happy Stephen is! He really loves his present! (And about that monkey, well, if it gets sick, or even dies, they could always give it to Stephen, too, he could dissect it!)

[grace_poppy]

Hmm, very true! What a great present that would be. "Merry Christmas, Stephen - I got you a dead monkey!"

[sharpiefan]

I think I want to spend Christmas with all the Surprises next year. I can't this year, unfortunately, the family's already booked me up...

[grace_poppy]

I'm sure the Surprises would love to have you along. Will you be bringing enough presents for them all?

[esteven]

Awww, Jack, bless him, even thinking of his squeakers. :D

[grace_poppy]

Naturally! :D He's a very kind captain.