Sunday, December 21, 2008

"Twas the Night Before Christmas" or Twas it?

Our family has a little arrangement with Santa. He comes early to our house on the year we travel to Utah for Christmas. The kids know that all we have to do is email him and let him know when we will be celebrating Christmas eve. So here are a few highlights of our Christmas before Christmas.

First we made a visit to Santa. Andrew actually sat and smiled this year after he realized Santa gives out candy.
The kids get to open one present, pajamas of course.As a tradition we read about the Savior's birth from Luke 2 and watch The Nativity.Christmas morning the kids know that they have to wait for Mom and Dad before they run downstairs to see what Santa has left for them.
The Nightmare Before Christmas? No, Chad fooling around with his Billy Bob teeth while the girl's wait patiently.We look in our stockings first and then take turns opening presents.Spoiled Rotten!
Cinnamon Rolls and Hot Chocolate for Christmas breakfast.
Christmas Dresses and tie for Buddy and happily off to church.

2 comments:

Hazen5 said...

What a wonderful Christmas! Looks like everyone got what they wanted. I am so glad you guys are home, let's play!!!

shayla said...

How come you always look so wonderful and put together in your pics? Picture perfect family even on your 'fake' Christmas eve! Looks like fun!