Christmas

Andy had 3 days off for Christmas this year so we booked it up to Richmond for a quick trip. I've always loved begin around family at Christmas time. I know there will be a time that we won't be able to travel to see family, so I am soaking it up right now! We had a full and busy 3 days around Christmas. We did lots of decorating, playing, baking, and entertaining. We were the only "kids" able to come to my parents this year, so it was definitely quieter, but it was still enjoyable:)

 The girls decorating a tree in one of the guest rooms

Christmas Eve…she was a piece of work during the service. Here she is laying on the floor and coloring. At least she was quiet for a few seconds;)

 Our traditional Christmas Eve family photo op.

Mom and dad had several guest for Christmas eve dinner this year. The Davidson's, our favorite french teacher and family friends, were there. Madam Davidson even taught us a Christmas song in French!

 Christmas jammies!

Mimi and Papa and their favorite McPherson grandchildren:)

Christmas morning was so fun. I love getting to see this day through our girls eyes. They love getting presents (what child doesn't?!), but they also cherish each item they get and get so excited watching others open the gifts they give. They have sweet hearts:)

Their Santa gift this year…Olivia's house (legos)

 This next progression of expressions are from opening their stocking…they are the cutest!

They totally forgot/ignored all the presents under the tree and spent a long time just playing with the mini lego sets they got in their stockings! Of course, Papa and daddy were all too happy to help;)

 little miss trying on Mimi's glasses

Cousin Dan came by for a quick visit before we went of to church

relaxing after church and opening more presents…its always more fun sitting with daddy:)

Mimi and Papas gift! Fishing gear and a promise of getting to go fishing with papa!! The girls are SOOOO excited!

poor cagney!

 Granny came! Sweet Kendall going out to meet Granny.

Alley showing Granny her knitting. Granny is the one who taught me how to knit, so I thought it was special that she got to see a product of her guidance:)