Thursday, January 1, 2009

Christmas Photos



Here are some photos from our five Christmases. First we had Christmas just the three of us. Then we had our annual Christmas "Meat-a-Palooza" (more grilled chicken that we can possibly consume) with my Uncle Paul and Aunt Mary Ann. On Christmas Eve we celebrated Christmas and played our annual Trivial Pursuit game (the men won again this year) with my grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Then we drove to Mark's parents' house on Christmas day to celebrate with them. I love the tradition they have of visiting the home where Mark's grandpa lives to carol. The last two years his Aunt Mary has brought handbells, which makes a really fun addition to our 'performance'. Finally on the Saturday following Christmas, we spent the afternoon and evening at my parents' house. James was a really trooper through it all! He slept great and only seemed to get a little 'maxed out' a few times.

3 comments:

Marie said...

Thanks for the compliment Emily! I am feeling a little bummed out because I gained quite a bit of weight this go around at the doctor. Oh well. It happens!

Anonymous said...

What do you mean the guys won again this year? The girls won last year! I have a picture to prove it! I love the pictures! Especially the one with James sitting in his seat holding his present! Hilarious!
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Mrs. H in Costa Rica 2023 said...

Oh I remember the pic of the kids with the hand bells. So precious!

Love all the new pics and especially loved getting to see you guys twice this Christmas/New Years!