Christmas Merriment

Christmas and all that surrounds the holiday were exceptionally fun this year. Having a 4-year-old who is full of excitement, for a month, makes things magical for all. Carli wasn't quite sure about the whole thing, but soon got into the swing of things and loved every minute of it. We had a full three days and are blessed to have a wonderful family to share it all with.

CHRISTMAS EVE:

The day started out relatively normal - well, except for AnLi screaming from her bed as soon as she woke, "It's Christmas Eve! It's Christmas Eve!" She had waited for this day for soooo long.

Doing a puzzle on the computer

Making cookies for SantaWe went out to look at Christmas lights and get some pizza. We left Santa's cookies and milk "just in case". On the way home, AnLi was sure she saw Santa's sleigh in the sky. When we pulled into our subdivision she saw reindeer tracks in the snow. She couldn't wait to get inside. They both stopped dead in their tracks when they saw Santa had visited and brought them each the dolls they had asked for. They played with those dolls for a good half hour before they asked if they could open the rest of the gifts.

CHRISTMAS DAY:

We went to Nana and Papa's Christmas day, to celebrate with Greg, Beth, Steven, and Buster & Rocco. The girls especially love playing with Beth, and she's a willing participant.

The girls got Hannah Montana wigs. Carli wore that thing through all of Christmas and LOVED it! AnLi would have nothing to do with it. :)

Day after Christmas:

Friday we went to Kolene and Jeff's for my family Christmas. Things are always crazy with my six nieces and nephew, and all of the spouses/boyfriends, and then five littles running around. We had a great time.

Thanks to everyone for hosting the get-togethers this year, for the yummy food and the wonderful presents! We have the greatest families and love them all dearly.