We had our big Swedish Christmas Eve at the Uhland Community Center. There was a great turnout even though Aunt Marie's bunch didn't come this year. As always the food was amazing and it was great to visit with everyone. Santa came to visit which is a huge highlight for the kids. Bristol was so sweet as he was the last present in the bag and when Santa asked if there was anyone else he raised his hand and said, "Me-Santa. Me-Santa." he was so afraid he was going to be left out. Cutie Pie. Santa was also kind enough to bring Beck a baseball bat. Hum. I really need to have a talk with that guy.
We also did a gift exchange that Kimberly was nice enough to lead again this year. Madalyn was very happy that Irie and Edie were there this year (did you notice Beck in the picture with them?) and of course sweet Eli was just precious. This is the one day that I look forward to all year and we enjoyed it immensely. We have the most amazing family and its so great to still be able to make each other a priority and share in the same traditions that made my childhood so much fun. Passing that on to the kids is so important.