Christmas Eve

This picture cracks me up!  Look at the anticipation on his face.  He's trying to pull off a calm smile, but he can't wait to rip the paper off of that present!

After a wonderful church service with family {both of the boys made it through the whole service}, we came home and put out reindeer food on the front lawn.

After the boys took care of the reindeer, they came in and put on Christmas pajamas.  We did let them open one present each, and then it was time to set out goodies for Santa, read the last story in our Advent storybook, and snuggle in for the night.  {They were excited, so of course the last item on the list took a while.}  All the "big kids" headed downstairs to open family presents.  Our family was blessed with a bountiful Christmas again this year - I hope I never forget how fortunate we are!

Eventually, in the wee hours of the morning, we all headed to bed too, knowing Christmas morning would be here soon!