Early Christmas Fun

We have had so much fun these last few weeks celebrating Christmas! Both boys love it- especially Caleb! Our first celebration was with our friends, the Dursts and Whitworths. Because baby Luke was still getting over his pink eye, we decided it would be best for him to sit this one out.
The "big" kids- Madalyn, Caleb, Hayden, & Jackson

(We were missing Luke, Kathryn, & Harper in the picture.)

Caleb's teacher planned such a cute party for the kids- nothing fancy, but just what a group of three year olds would want. First the kids lined up and sang their Christmas songs to the parents. Then it was time for lunch- pizza!

All the kids got a sugar cookie, a spoonful of icing, and sprinkles to decorate.

How cute are they?!!
The following weekend we celebrated Christmas with Grandma Kathy, Aunt Erika, and Ava. Caleb and Ava played upstairs for a long time and did great! We tried hard to get a picture of all 3 kiddos without much success. Luke is just all over the place!

The blur of gifts being opened!
This past week we headed over to Madalyn, Hayden, and Kathryn's house for their annual Christmas pajama party. Caleb had so much fun, but we had to cut it a little short because it was Luke's nap time.

The following day I took the boys over to Nana's house (their great-great grandmother!) to celebrate with her.

Nana got Caleb the board game "Don't Wake Daddy" and he L-O-V-E-S it. We've played it everyday since. (Modified rules!)
Luke got some loving from Nana too and helped her open her gift.

Whew! December is an exhausting time, but by far the best month of the year! We are so thankful for our family, our friends, and that Jesus was sent to Earth for us! Yes, we have an Elf sitting on a shelf somewhere, and Santa will make an appearance sometime late tomorrow night, but we also know the real meaning for this celebration. And, we will be singing Happy Birthday to Jesus Sunday morning! Merry (early) Christmas!