We started off with quite a different Christmas morning. It was our first Christmas we ever remember without any grandchildren. This picture kind of shows how the morning went.
Mark was more excited and he really enjoyed his new Flip Camera.
We were so excited for Adam's first Christmas home in 2 years. With little ones around it was pretty quiet and uneventful. We tried all of our usual traditions but it just wasn't the same.
We had just finished opening gifts when the doorbell rang.
This was our precious surprise. Rachel and her family had drove all the way from Lake Oswego Oregon to spend Christmas Day with us. We had no idea that they were coming. It was so fun to see them.
They even brought food for Christmas Dinner. Here are our cooks; Elizabeth and Rebekah. What sweethearts. We had tons of food.
Of course Adam had fun teasing Rachel.
Their enthusiasm was contagious. I love Elizabeth's beautiful smile.
Michael was figuring out their new camera.
Josh was just chilling.
Adam and Mark seeing who is strongest.
What a fun Christmas surprise! There really is nothing greater than celebrating the birth of the Savior with members of our family.
Families are Forever and I'm so grateful for each one of them.
Then back in the car and off to Oregon again. Merry Christmas 2009!
