We had such a fun Christmas this year. We were able to see all of our families and even make it to church. I actually loved going to church on Christmas. It is the best place to be with family, friends, and loved ones to celebrate the birth of Christ. Church had an extra special feeling on Christmas.
We were able to go to Jake's parents homes and my mom's home. It was nice to have so many stops from one family to the next because it made Christmas last all day. My brother was able to visit with his family from New Mexico and it was so good to have both my brothers with their families together. I have 6 nieces and nephews now. We were able to recreate the Nativity with all the kids, it was chaotic but also very sweet. It's sad how fast it comes and goes but we have next year to look forward to. Hopefully by next year we will have a precious little new addition to our family.
Here are a few pictures of the fun Christmas Day!
Jake's Dad Jeff and Step-Mom Marilyn were so sweet to give us a Kindle Fire! We are so excited because we love, love, love, to read. The key is to not fight over it!
My hubby gave me this awesome wolf hood called a Spirithood. I haven't taken it off since I got it. Most of the proceeds go towards endangered animals so its a win, win! Oh, and just so you know it is faux fur.
Here are the contents of my stocking. Does Jake know me or what? It is mostly Hello Kitty or Disney Princess stuff. But notice the surprise on the left: Prawn Cocktail potato chips. Yes, that is shrimp flavored. I guess it is all the rage in the UK, looks questionable to me. I have yet to try one.
This tree is in the Draper Park. We had to stop and take a picture because the lights look amazing! We thought it looked just like the tree of life!
Even Phillip had a great Christmas, here he is in his Christmas "Naughty but Nice" T-Shirt and candy cane bone.
He loves Christmas so much!
We had so much fun being with everyone. I hope to find more pictures of the family. Although all our gifts were great and it was so fun to give presents to each other, the best gift of all is the love and joy we have together as a family. Merry Christmas!!
