Thursday, January 17, 2013

Christmas Evening

After we opened presents from Santa, Macy took a short nap, then we headed to Joel's parent's house to celebrate Christmas.

Joel's brother and family were there along with Joel's parents.  Joel and his brother are very close.  Unfortunately, they live about 3 hours from us, so it is always such a treat to be able to spend time together and to get the little cousins together.  With 4 little ones running around, it felt like a full house, and I mean that in the best way!  The kids got many presents from GaGa and Papa.  Each set of kids got a big gift: a kitchen for Graham and Macy, and an electric vehicle for Zayla and Zander.  The kids had so much fun playing together and sharing their presents!






We enjoyed a wonderful meal.  Look at these adorable cookies!  Joel's mom had all of the kids' names.  Cute!



After dinner, more playing! And more pictures!  We even managed a group picture thanks to our tripod.  I love how the picture turned out, hopefully I don't get yelled at for posting it (again).  ;)





11 comments:

Paige said...

These photos are SO cute!! The table seating is such a sweet idea too!

COL said...

Of course my favorite pic is Macy the Chef! :)

COL said...

So sweet and I'm stealing the idea of the cookies on the napkins!!!!

CharisFaith said...

Loving the Christmas posts!!! What a wonderful season! Macy's is beautiful and her dress is ADORABLE! Graham looks so handsome and happy! Great family picture!

Slamdunk said...

The cookie-name idea is golden. I may have to suggest that one here for a special occasion.

cat said...

Precious family time and what a womderful group photo

Annie said...

Great pictures! That kitchen looks awesome...I bet that they are loving it.

Marcelle said...

I want to come have Xmas at your house....looks so magical.

Annmarie Pipa said...

looks fun at your place!!!
great photos!!

Ali Foley Shenk said...

Yay for family time!! :) And love the table... I am way too lazy to do anything like that. Haha.

Lexie Loo, Lily Boo, and Dylan Too! said...

It looks like you had a great time with his family! The family picture at the end is perfect!