12.28.2010

Christmas Dinner

We had a lovely Christmas dinner at our house Christmas Day, complete with turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings, and afterward we watched "It's a Wonderful Life" with the kids. It was such a fun, relaxing day, but somehow these are the two pictures we captured of the event. :)


Happy Birthday, Jesus!

This is our second annual "Happy Birthday, Jesus" cake. I hope to make one with the kids every year; it puts the focus of Christmas where it belongs, don't ya think?


Here comes Caleb...




decorating it -- the most fun part :)



Happy birthday, Jesus!!!

Christmas Morning




Daddy had the great idea of setting up a few gifts from the night before to "stay" the kids' early-morning gift-opening frenzy.

















Christmas Eve

Nana's nativity scene -- a favorite with my kiddos.







Marlou



I have a thing for beautiful centerpieces. :)

Our Christmas Eve celebration was warm and cozy, a wonderful time filled with Mom's yummy clam chowder, gifts, and fellowship.






Ruby







helping Nana open her gifts...