We started out the morning with opening our stockings, it was fun. Even Shadow & Fiona had something in their stockings.
Before we opened our gifts we called my Aunt & Uncle, as a kid one of the memories that sticks out is Uncle Dick reading the Christmas story before we opened presents. We couldn't be together so we did the next best thing, we called and put them on speaker phone. Uncle Dick read the Christmas story from Luke while we all cuddled together and listened. It meant so much to me to share this childhood memory of mine with my kids.
Next we passed out packages and began to open. Emily & Ethan were so excited, they had so much fun and were so appreciative of every gift they received. They both got new Bibles and devotion books and they loved their Bibles. The Heelies were a big hit to! They loved the telescope too! (now if we would have a clear night that wasn't freezing to go check out the stars). Ethan noticed that there weren't any gifts from mom and dad, Ted pulled out some more presents from the closet and they opened a few more. They were so excited when they discovered their new game system!
We had a wonderful lunch of Prime Rib, corn casarolle, layered salad, crescent rolls. It was yummy!
We spent the rest of the day playing games and laughing! It was awesome!
Ted's brother and his family were supposed to come over, but felt the roads weren't safe so they stayed home.
Our very good friends Paul, Lori, Ryan & Jordyn drove up from Springfield, CO and made it safe. We spent the rest of the evening laughing, playing & talking!
What a great day we had!
Here are some pictures from our fun day!
