On Christmas Eve the kids open their first present which is always a new pair of pajamas and a book. I try to pick a book that is based on their interests that year. This year Andon got the new poem book Every Thing On It by Shel Silverstien. Bry got Tullulah's Tutu by Marilyn Singer.
After putting on their new pajamas we popped popcorn, made hot chocolate, and watched the Polar Express. We have watched it every Christmas Eve since Andon's second Christmas. It is so much fun to watch their reactions change throughout the years.
In the morning the kids ran downstairs to find their gifts from Santa. Both kids got exactly what they asked for and more.
For breakfast we ate gingerbread cookies and fruit.
After opening presents via computer with Grandma and Grandpa. We were joined by Auntie Em and Chase, Goya and Papa, and Grum and Grumpa.
Auntie Katie and Uncle Kevin joined us by video phone.
We opened lots of presents. Andon got a ton of Star Wars Legos (we spent the next 2 days building).
Bry got a lot of princess and doll items including matching dresses for her and her baby.
We also got a lot of games for the family. I think the best gifts are ones the whole family can do together. It is a wonderful experience to be able to spend the day with those that we love more then anything else!
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