The month of December always seems to fly by until Christmas break hits, then everything slows down and Christmas cannot come fast enough. I seemed more anxious that the kids this year. Sometimes I feel like the kid, because I can't wait until my kids open up their gifts. This year I was able to surprise Fly Guy with a picture from his favorite photographer Nathan Wotkins. He does amazing outdoor scenes and I picked a picture that looked like a perfect fly fishing spot. Fly Guy redid my bathroom a few weeks back for me (AWESOME) and gave me my favorite pack of Sephora mascaras. I love that the mascara is becoming a tradition. I loooove good mascara!
I prepared well and had everything wrapped so we were able to go to bed around 11:30 p.m. Christmas Eve. Then my baby woke up around 4:oo a.m. and when I checked on him I noticed a light on in the Family room. Surprise to me E was up reading a book. I asked him why he was not in bed and he explained that he was way to excited to sleep. After a long battle, I finally got him back in his bed. At 5:00p.m. E managed to wake his brother and they played in their room until we gave in at 6:00 a.m...... I love E's excitement.... He always makes Christmas morning magical!
E asked for science, science and more science... He got lots of it, along with games and his own solor system.
K wore this Santa hat to school for weeks... he has been so excited for Christmas! This year he was into skateboarding ramps, games and science projects.
Our "sassy one" was so excited! She got her own Hello Kitty CD player with music and lots of little pets.
E2's big gift was this little bike. He is still a little dangerous driving through the house.... but his face when he saw it makes it all worth it!
After opening gifts, we had our Christmas brunch. Our friends and family joined us for lots of food, great conversation and fiddling with new toys.
We were so lucky to have Doug's grandmother, Aunt and Uncle come to our brunch. The kids were thrilled to spend time with them. At one point I couldn't find Aunt Phyllis, then I discovered her in the back room playing hopscotch with the kids. She really is great with them.
Once again we were able to spend Christmas Eve with the Johansons. My Aunt always prepares an amazing program centered on the nativity. The kids love the beautiful music and being able to dress up. There home is filled with a wonderful spirit that helps you remember the Savior.
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