In keeping with tradition we went to mom's for Christmas Eve. Can you believe that of my 3 siblings each and every one live close? And can you believe that those same 3 siblings are some of my favorite people to be with? Add to that that their spouses and kids just complete the package. It makes holidays and events so enjoyable. And comfortable.
Mom and Dad had a little "program" set up with a couple of short nativity and thought provoking Christmas clips. We sang. Kelli's kids harmonized. Jill had her own act. She put on a whole separate Christmas program complete with song and actions. We had to end with that. There really was no way to top it.
We broke tradition,however, with dinner. On a recommendation from friends, we ordered brisket from Famous Dave's BBQ and then added our own sides. YUM! That one might be a keeper.
Speaking of 'keepers'...all of these girls helped with clean up until the very last counter was wiped off. Let's be honest...that is the true Christmas (anytime) gift.
Like I said...very comfortable.
Jill helps Brittney put together the puzzle.
The guys. (I think this was while we were upstairs cleaning up.)
I love the way Mom goes to so much effort to label and package her gifts. This year the gifts were 'book' related. She made each one so personal and put so much thought and time into each one. Her grandkids feel important to her.
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