We headed out to Rio, IL for the Barman Christmas. It had snowed (again!) that morning and it took us over 75 minutes to arrive. It normally takes 30 minutes. We enjoyed our time there and it was great to see everyone again. Getting home around 8, we got the kids to bed and brought up the presents to put under the tree.
Christmas morning...Matt woke up when he heard Katie & Alex coming up the stairs. Katie told us that she woke up Alex and they walked side by side up the stairs, holding hands. They told us they did this so they would both be leaders. Maddie & Will were also waking up, so we got out the cameras and let the kids go to the front room. At first everything was so meticulous and orderly...but we lost that somewhere along the way. Just check out the pictures for the proof.
Will loving his new firetruck!
Maddie opening her Little People Carriage from Great Grandma.
Alex opening her Mini American Girl doll from Great Grandma.
Katie & "Katherine" showing the picture frame that Katie got Katherine with Awana points.
Maddie trying out Alex's new tent for her doll.
The carnage...
Something that Will has started whenever he laughs (usually sounds like a fake laugh) is putting his hand up over his mouth. Very cute.
We headed over to Becki's parents later that day to enjoy a Delicious Prime Rib dinner prepared by Steve & Teri. Mom set out her fine china. Katie stated it well when she said, "Wow Grammy, this dinner is so elegant!". Grammy put together a Christmas pageant that included our four kids, Judah (Steve & Teri's little boy) and 2 shepherds (Matt & Grandad). As always, Grammy did a wonderful job & the kids loved putting the show on.
Katie & Alex bringing the Good News to the Shepherds / Sheep.
Maddie as Mary
Maddie / Mary holding baby Jesus
The shepherds washing dishes during intermission.
Sorry Grandad - couldn't pass up putting this picture on! I love the light reflection in the window...is that a halo??
Uncle Steve giving a ride to all 5 kids...
Katie & Alex settling down - watching their new Strawberry Shortcake movie.
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WHAT A DAY! Wears me out just watching it! Thanks for the smiles and the laughs with these pictures!
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