We began celebrating Christmas at Deedee and Papaw's house on Christmas Eve. Emmy, Grandad, Bryan and Morgan joined us there, and a good time was had by all!
Clare was very excited that the day that she could open presents had finally arrived!
Jane got in on the fun as well.
Sydney is looking very mischievous.
Clare got a dress-up trunk, and she enjoyed modeling the Little Mermaid.
I am loving Jane's curls!
We returned to our house that evening and got everything ready for Santa.
And his reindeer.
Santa did indeed come, and he brought Clare a mini trampoline that she loves jumping on. He also brought several little toys for the twins and filled everyone's stockings. Clare commented that morning, "I like Santa now."
Later Christmas morning, we headed over to LoLo and Pop's house. Nathan, Megan and Brody were there and present opening commenced again.
Clare got a laptop. A pink one, at that.
The crew...Brody, Jane, Clare and Sydney
Brody loved playing with his stocking!
An added bonus this year was knowing that my brother's family isn't just here for the holidays. They are here for good, and I know we are going to enjoy getting to be a part of, not only the "special" days, but they everyday, ordinary moments as well.
We had a great Christmas. Clare seemed to "get it," and her excitement was contagious. The twins were entertained by all of the activity, even if exhausted by the end of a very full two days. The holidays always have a way of making me feel very reflective and thankful for all that I have been given. Suffice it to say, I feel abundantly blessed.
I hope your Christmas was as great as ours was.
