Christmas w/Papa Marty

This Christmas was really perfect.  Nicholas had vacation left from this year, so he took 2 weeks off.  That made things a lot less stressful for me & the kids were able to spend some quality time with him.  He works so hard it's nice for him to be able to take it easy.  Although I admit I had a honey do list for him!

Monday the 23rd we had Christmas dinner at our house with Papa Marty, Uncle Jeff & his family, Aunt Jessica and her family, & Aunt Katie with her boyfriend Matt.  We were supposed to have the missionaries over as well, but they got held up and didn't make it.  The kids were so excited for this first day of Christmas & opening presents.  It's nice to be able to spread it out a few days and not have to rush family time.  We were very happy that Uncle Jeff, Aunt Hailey & the boys were able to come over for a few days from Montana.

I seem to always forget to take pictures when I'm hosting a get together, but I managed a couple.  Adam got a Power Rangers mask & sword.  He's all about Power Rangers lately.  Lexi got an Easy Bake Oven.  It's fun to make things with her remembering having one when I was younger.  Sophia got a piano Lego's guy.  We're impressed with how well she is able to play with it! All the big kids (adults) got spoiled with gift cards.

The cousins always have fun when they get together, and they all love their Papa Marty.  It was a really fun start to our Christmas celebration!