Christmas Eve

My friend Stephanie made me this cute sign this year. It's a quote from Buddy the Elf.  I thought it was an appropriate for my family who loves to sing loudly whether it is to spread Holiday cheer or just to annoy.   We carried on the Markos tradition and went caroling Friday night.  The family wasn't too gung ho for it this year but we had a great time once we got started.


Saturday night we had the Samuel's over for Christmas Eve dinner.  Doug grilled Steak and Chicken wings, after dinner we acted out the Nativity with everyone.

They brought the kids some fun gifts... Slingshot flying monkeys, a pocket knife, and a grabber.
After everyone left, the kids all quickly got ready for bed and set out some cookies for Santa.

Then something really fun happened.  Doug sat down at the Piano we all sang Christmas songs together.   We went through almost every song in the Hymn book and in Primary book.  Even the boys were singing.  It was a pretty neat experience.


Then of course it was off to bed, because Santa couldn't come until everyone was Asleep.  I love Christmas Eve.  It is practically the only night all year when the kids willingly go to bed with no excuses.