Christmas Eve

Emily Kay loved "climbing" on the gifts. This was taken as we were getting ready to go to Matthew's parent's house. Every year Matthew's mom hosts his extended family on Christmas Eve to eat and exchange gifts. It is always fun, but this year was great because there were 3 new babies and we all had a great time watching them.

Emily Kay and Aunt Carrie

Emily Kay and Aunt Kelly

Matthew's grandmother with all of her great-grandchildren.


Emily Kay catching a quick nap before we head to my mom's annual Christmas Eve party. Again, we eat and eat! We have a great time and listen to good Christmas music and watch A Christmas Story. Emily Kay got her first real taste of opening presents, well I guess she got her first taste of paper!


After the party, Matthew and I left Emily Kay with Johnny and joined my mom and Sigrid at the 10:30 Christmas Eve service at St. Phillips. I just love this service, and I love that when you leave it is Christmas Day!