Christmas Eve was so busy and fun that Christmas morning Aaron and I woke up before them children and decided we would do our present exchanges before we did Santa with the kids. Every year we set a budget for each other and this year we set it early and saved a little here and there along the way. I got my diamond bracelet that I had wanted for years and I gave Aaron some cash, pajamas, and a shaving kit (the old fashioned kind). I was thrilled and as the day ended between our parents, saving, and trading in the old games and PlayStation Aaron got his Xbox 360. He is excited and I am already tired of hearing about Zombies, but he loves it so I am happy!
Then we went and woke up Abigail and Harris. I was waiting in the living room to make sure I got her face so I could see how excited she was. It was adorable!
Cute! Abigail peeking around the corner at all the "goods"
Lots and Lots of goodies!
The only thing that she asked for was a doll that was her size. We found one and she was thrilled.
Harris LOVED his bottle and played in the wrapping paper. I loved watching him! He loved all the craziness and fun.
Then we were off for our traditional Christmas breakfast. Bright and early... That's right I said EARLY! Papa was proud that we did not " burn daylight"
Ever since I can remember as a child my dad has loved Christmas. When I was little he would come wake us up with camera in our faces ready to catch every moment of the big day. Now as a adult that is one of my favorite things about my dad. He loves his family! I do not know who loved Christmas more, us as children or my dad. I am thankful for all the memories and family traditions that my dad made for me. I love that I get to pass on all the fun and traditions to my own children! Thanks daddy!
Harris was fascinated with papa!
Then we were off to Nana and Grumps house. We did Christmas with them and spent some time together. I think Abi's most loved gift would have to be the makeup from Auntie "A". She was all glittered up and ready to go.
Every year I search for the best gifts and I like to think I am a great gift giver. This year I made my blog into a book and gave it to Nana and Grumps. They LOVED it and looked threw it the whole time we were there. YEAH! I was so excited that they liked it.
Then we were off home and unloaded the car this is all the kids goodies. C-R-A-Z-Y! My children are very lucky and blessed as you can all see. Needles to say the next day we were busy going threw Abi's toys to give away.
Then we went and woke up Abigail and Harris. I was waiting in the living room to make sure I got her face so I could see how excited she was. It was adorable!
Cute! Abigail peeking around the corner at all the "goods"
Lots and Lots of goodies!
The only thing that she asked for was a doll that was her size. We found one and she was thrilled.
Harris LOVED his bottle and played in the wrapping paper. I loved watching him! He loved all the craziness and fun.
Then we were off for our traditional Christmas breakfast. Bright and early... That's right I said EARLY! Papa was proud that we did not " burn daylight"
Ever since I can remember as a child my dad has loved Christmas. When I was little he would come wake us up with camera in our faces ready to catch every moment of the big day. Now as a adult that is one of my favorite things about my dad. He loves his family! I do not know who loved Christmas more, us as children or my dad. I am thankful for all the memories and family traditions that my dad made for me. I love that I get to pass on all the fun and traditions to my own children! Thanks daddy!
Harris was fascinated with papa!
Then we were off to Nana and Grumps house. We did Christmas with them and spent some time together. I think Abi's most loved gift would have to be the makeup from Auntie "A". She was all glittered up and ready to go.
Every year I search for the best gifts and I like to think I am a great gift giver. This year I made my blog into a book and gave it to Nana and Grumps. They LOVED it and looked threw it the whole time we were there. YEAH! I was so excited that they liked it.
Then we were off home and unloaded the car this is all the kids goodies. C-R-A-Z-Y! My children are very lucky and blessed as you can all see. Needles to say the next day we were busy going threw Abi's toys to give away.
Once the kids had a good nap we were back at my mom and dad's for some more food and fun.
All my nieces and nephews.
All my nieces and nephews. Nick, Lauren, Abigail, Titus, Kynleigh, and Harris.
Then we were off to do our other yearly family tradition.
Dad....... A.K.A Bishop Graden was a little bit of a poor sport and decided to share a little more than needed. I wonder what the st woake president would think?
THE WINNERS!!!!!!!!!!
Then we were off to do our last tradition- Christmas lighting. Thanks to our friend Kathryn we found out about this house that has the light set to the music and it was magical to watch. We just turned the car off and watched in amazement. It was so nice to know that someone put so much time and love into something for a complete stranger. It was a great night full of love and laughter and most of all ALL OF THE FAMILY THAT WE LOVE! We hope everyone had a great christmas like we did.
Then we were off to do our other yearly family tradition. BOYS vs. GIRLS
every year we play some kinda game always boys vs. girls and the last 2 years the girls had been the big losers which really stinks because there is a lot of smack talking going on before game time. Plus all year we were reminded that we were the losers.
This year the game was:
Family Feud
The photo above it the boys getting horribly beaten. It
only got worse. We played 4 rounds and the women won all 4!
only got worse. We played 4 rounds and the women won all 4!
Dad....... A.K.A Bishop Graden was a little bit of a poor sport and decided to share a little more than needed. I wonder what the st woake president would think?
THE WINNERS!!!!!!!!!!
Then we were off to do our last tradition- Christmas lighting. Thanks to our friend Kathryn we found out about this house that has the light set to the music and it was magical to watch. We just turned the car off and watched in amazement. It was so nice to know that someone put so much time and love into something for a complete stranger. It was a great night full of love and laughter and most of all ALL OF THE FAMILY THAT WE LOVE! We hope everyone had a great christmas like we did.
6 comments:
Looks like a great day. I bet the smile on Aaron's face when he bought his 360 was priceless. Mark had to tell me all about their online shenanigans and the celebration they had planned. Thanks again for all your help on my dad's brag book. :)
Yea! I love Christmas and Family. And you have got such a wonderful Family who love ya'll to piecies. And we do too! And you go Graden Girls!! So glad you got win this year.
Email me his gamer tag.
I love the bracelet and I am glad that Aaron finally got his XBox! oh and yes next year the women will win again!!!
Looks like you guys had an amazing Christmas! I love how your dad showed his unsportsmanship. Too funny :) We sure love him and all of you guys too!
It seems too me like you and your family haad a great day!!! You realy know how too throw a party!!! LOL! :) I would have loved too see the kido's faces when they saw all the presents that Santa had brought for them!!! I am happy that the women won this year! It showed that the men may have the strength but the women have the branis!!! LOL :) I am so happy that your family is so close! :) And I hope that the women win again next year! Love always, Britt :)
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