Christmas Wrap-Up

Because December turned out to be very busy,

I didn't end up posting for each of our fun activities.

So, before January comes tonight, I figured I would share a few fun pictures from our Christmas fun...

 Uncle Troy brought some fun gingerbread houses that were pre-baked with icing and candies.

It was perfect for the kids, and for mom!

The darling girls in their Christmas dresses and handsome Matthew in his new suit!

 We decorated gingerbread houses again with our friends.

I found an awesome pattern that makes four small houses with one batch.

They are the perfect size for kids (and the moms) to decorate!

We had a wonderful Christmas Eve with friends.

We enjoyed dinner and a brief Christmasprogram together.

(with 20 kids--most under 5--it is best to keep things brief!)

 Afton conducted the program...

 Paul told a story about a camel who learns about Christmas from the Christ Child.

(I love all the little girls piled around him!)

 The picture of everyone's shoes stacked up by the door makes me smile!

And finally, Christmas morning was here...

 the Lego-mania continues

 Nora has her hands full with her new "Bitty-Twins"

 Afton loved the clothes and books Santa brought for her

 Halle was excited about everything, but especially her new Barbie camper!

 opening stockings before we started presents

And the cherry on top?

Grandma and Grandpa came to visit the day after Christmas!

 We went to movies, played games, had Grandma sew up a few things, and watched bowl games.

Nora was a little upset that they didn't take her home with them today.

We had a wonderful Christmas season, filled with friends and family.

What more could we ask for?

We wish all of you a very happy 2012!