Christmas Day 2009

Christmas Day was wonderful this year. I love Christmas Day because the whole world pauses, and everything seems quiet, if only for a day. We woke up Christmas morning (BEFORE our kids), made coffee and got the camera ready, etc. Then the kids got up and discovered that Santa had brought them each a brand new bike. They immediately hopped on and drove the bikes around the living room and Carson was singing, "I love it! I love it! I really, really do!" It was adorable. A few minutes later, Ammie and Poppy (Aaron's mom and dad) arrived and the present opening commenced. It was really fun this year with the kids being old enough to really get into it all. Abby was thrilled about her Hannah Montana wig. Other highlights were Operation, a Lite Brite, and beads to make necklaces with. Carson actually squealed when he opened up Mater (from Cars), and he also loved his game, Legos, and his "rock star" (i.e. guitar).





After opening presents, we enjoyed breakfast and a leisurely morning before heading over to Ammie and Poppy's for the afternoon. In keeping with tradition, Aaron made his delicious prime rib (covered in proscuitto, I might add). Amazing. Jason, Natalie, Jackson, and Reagan were (of course) there as well and we had an awesome time. Lots of good food, laughter, and great memories, as always. I have to say that I am just so thankful for wonderful in-laws. From day one, they have loved me as one of their own, and I couldn't feel more blessed to be part of such a wonderful, amazing family.



This picture of Abby cracks me up. She looks a little rough. :)







I love this picture of Poppy opening their record player --> mp3 converter. :)


Carson loved his monogrammed Cars pillow that Aunt Natalie and Uncle Jason gave him!




And this just goes to prove that no matter how much money you spend, it's always the boxes that they love the most!