One of our traditions is that the kids draw names among themselves each year. They always try to keep the secret of whose names they drew until a few days before Christmas when they wrap the gifts and put them under the tree. Of course, there is always the trying to figure it out or trying to get one of the others to spill the beans on whose name they got. We have had some episodes where not only the name has been given, but also what the gift was. However, usually they do fairly well. Then, on Christmas Eve they get to open them.
Sibling gifts from this year
Everyone seemed happy with their gift and there have been several games of Battala Naval (Battle Ship) and Dawgopoly played.
The calm before the storm.
Christmas Morning
Sarah and Elizabeth were pretty excited about their Bulldog Pillow Pets!
Sarah had a "Bulldog" Christmas.
Elizabeth with her new bag and some money to buy things to put in it.
Along with the always asked for Legos and Nerf guns, Caleb also got a remote controlled helicopter. So far only one crash. Hopefully it will survive!
Rebekah with her guitar and soft, fuzzy bathrobe.
No surprises here - Legos and Nerf.
Christmas Dinner
Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. The kids were excited that we were able to have all their favorites even here in Honduras.
Like father......
Like son.
We had a great Christmas day. It was nice to spend a relaxing day enjoying the new things and spending time together. Then, that evening we ended our day in the perfect way. More to come in the next blog update.
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