One of the very best things about Christmas in California is being able to play outside. It's all the kids really want to do and since we've been back in Indiana. Peter still asks to go to "Dave's house" all the time. One of the big highlights for the kids, was riding on the longboard with their dads. Peter took some warming up to the idea, but after watching Jane go several times, he wanted a turn too.
CHRISTMAS EVE
We stayed with the Reids for Christmas and on Christmas Eve, Doug and his family came over for dinner and festivities. It was a great dinner and we spent most of the evening singing every Christmas hymn and more around the piano.
On Christmas morning we attempted a line-up shot before we headed in to find all the Christmas goodies.
Peter ran straight to the wooden train set Santa had brought for him. He was thrilled even though all that was out was a single circle of tracks.
Jane paid little attention to the Princess dress initially, but it has grown in favor over time. She was very interested in pulling things out of her stocking and loved everything. No one gave a better reaction to EVERY present than Quinn, though. She gasped with the biggest smile and held up each item, even the clementine in her stocking. So cute.
Jane got a princess dress, a purse, and a set of legos (shared with Peter).
Peter got a train set, a backpack, and the movie Toy Story (shared with Jane).
Chris completely surprised me with a new sewing machine and an awesome curling wand to replace my curling iron that is taped together and coming apart.
I got Chris an air compressor, a cast-iron skillet, and a couple of shirts, but since I left the cards I printed to wrap up of those heavier items on the screen of our computer at home, the surprise was just an act.
We were so lucky to meet up with our friends the Morris'. They live in Connecticut now, but they were home for the holidays in San Diego.
Jane and Peter were thoroughly entertained playing with Andy's dog at Erik and Juliana's house.
Caitlin and I were due a mere 6 weeks apart so we had to get some bump pictures.
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So fun to see all your great Christmas pictures!!
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