Christmas 2010

We had a fabulous Christmas again this year. Christmas Eve was spent at Kirk's brothers house. We ate like royalty and the kids had a great time playing and got just what they wanted. We had lunch there instead of dinner in hopes that we would miss most of the traffic. It worked on the way there, but the way home was a bear. Worth it, though. Always nice to be with family.











Christmas morning was a lot of fun. Santa was generous and the kids were really happy with what they got. It's kind of nice because the older they get the less boxes and things there are to toss because either stuff is more expensive, so they get less, or because they want smaller things like electronic games.







We hosted Christmas Day with my family. This would be the last day my sister would be here with us. So sad. But it was a great day and the food was very good! I can say that because I only made a couple of side dishes. I ordered the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes from Albertsons. So much easier! The kids were excited with what they got...and somewhat surprised. I have to say that Avery's Easy Bake Oven from her Aunt Sandi was probably the biggest hit. She's wanted one for ages and I've always told her no, so she didn't dream that she'd ever get one. What a fun surprise that was!






We love this time of year! We love to decorate our house inside and out. We love to just soak up all the cheer there is to be had at this time. It's so nice to be united with the rest of the world to celebrate our savior. It's so nice to listen to the radio and hear songs praising His birth. And although, it's over and I'm ready for my house to be back to normal and for the kids to go back to school (so ready for that! ha!), we made more memories and shared good times with loved ones and now we can prepare for next year!