We had a very busy Christmas Eve this year. We started a couple new traditions. We decided to make a birthday cake for Jesus. Please note I am not going into the cake making business, and I have already decided next year we will make one that does not have to be decorated!
We also opened our presents from Grandma Ina and Grandpa Wally. When I was a child, on the Christmas we didn't get to be with them, we always opened the gifts they mailed on Christmas Eve. I told A.J. that one time, and since he can't stand to wait to open gifts, he decided we should do the same. A.J. got some Air Hog planes and Abigail got clothes and a magnetic nativity (which she loves). They really enjoyed opening and playing with these gifts.
Before leaving for church, we put out our reindeer food A.J. made at school.
We then headed for church where A.J. sang "Away in a Manger." He mixed up the verses a little and got very frustrated, but it was cute!After a Chinese dinner (which was a very crowded restaurant), we continued with our favorite Christmas tradition. For several years now, we have opened 1 present on Christmas Eve, and it is always pajamas. Then, we all get in our Christmas pajamas (mom, dad, AJ, Abby, Grandma, and Pa) and go look at Christmas lights together. It is quite a sight! (Of course, before leaving, we left out our cookies for Santa).
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