Christmas was very laid back. Christmas eve we last minute met up with mom and dad, Melisa and Scott and Shannon and Mike. Liesl was an angel in church. She was cuddly and quiet without squirminess. She was thinking about Ota that day a lot and very thoughtful. Both the girls were dressed so cute in their christmas dresses. It was a wonderful and fun service, we were so happy for Melisa and Shannon to invite us. The band on stage was super fun to sing christmas carols with and there was the song lyrics on several screens in front. The kids also got a story too which Liesl was a little afraid to participate in. That's ok, she could hear and see everything fom where she was. That night I went on a baking spree making everyone their favorite cookies. Glad they are no longer in my house. Liesl watched a lot of the holiday classics like Rudolph and Frosty. I managed to get too many of those songs in my head.... uuuugh. As I wrapped gifts that night Liesl kept trying to sneak in and see them, slowing me down. When it was finally time for bed Santa came and Liesl almost caught him! Little Cindy Lou that she is coming out for a cup of cold water. We laid out the cookies and milk for Santa and then the lettuce and carrot for the reindeer and finally she fell asleep.
Christmas day we slept in, opened presents and had a little family time in front of the tree. The kids were not overwhelmed with gifts which was good and they got exactly what they wanted and or picked out as was Jeannie's case. She did all the last minute shopping with mom and I. After lunch we headed to Oma's house to hang out with the rest of the family. Mom made an outstanding dinner of roast and all the traditional sides. My scratch pumpkin pie was a hit. Glad I put all the time into it. Thank you everyone for spoiling our kids. Liesl had an awesome time running around with Rich and Ev's kids especially Helena. Liesl had a good time spending the night at Oma's and we met up later for lunch at mom's of leftovers.
Jim,Jer and Mike really got into a game called Ticket to Ride on Christmas day and we continued game night into the day after Christmas at Shannon's. Fun times. Thanks Shan!
Thank you Sandi for hosting the girls and kids for our pre christmas celebration. The kids were so well behaved and had so much fun together. Good thing Liesl likes trains. I would like some of the pictures you took! We need to plan more Colton and Grady time for Liesl. What a great day.
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