The Christmas festivities started early at the Smithson house! We started celebrating Saturday, after the birthday party, at my mom's house (Grandma Traci). We got to Grandma Traci and Papa Terry's house at about 5:00 pm, for dinner and to visit with Family. My Uncle Timmy, Aunt Connie, and Cousin Casey came to town for the holidays. Also, my Cousin Carol and her Boyfriend, Nevada, and daughter, Teagan drove from El Mirage to visit. It was really nice to spend some time with them. Here is a few pictures from our Saturday night gathering:
Oliver enjoyed piling up boxes and sitting on them. Apparently this was more fun then anything else.
The kids got to make beaded candy canes.
We got to video chat with Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Hopkins (who live in Evanston, Wyoming). My kids enjoyed smiling and waving. Poor Teagan was freaked by the whole experience.
Speaking of Teagan, here she is enjoying a yummy cookie!
A little picture in front of the Christmas Tree.
Here is a picture of my cousin, Carol, and myself. She is due a month before me. Of course, I had to wear stripes. If I could do it again, I'd pick a slimming black as well! Carol is having a boy as well!
On Sunday, we headed to Grandma and Grandpa Smithson's house for a fun Christmas party. Apparently the "big man" got wind of our a little gathering and decided to make an appearance. Here is a picture of all 25 grandchildren with Santa Clause!
Later, the cousins each passed out the gift they brought for the cousins' exchange. This year they opened the presents from oldest to youngest... It was hard, but Oliver did a good job waiting his turn.
It was a fun party with great food and a lot of time to just visit.
Merry Christmas to all our family and friends. Thank you for a fun weekend.
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