Christmas Day!

Santa left a note on the Christmas tree since his present was too big to fit under the tree!  The kids were thrilled to find a pool table in the basement's play room.

Devon really liked Robert's gift to him

Robert went to a lot of work this Christmas to make sure everyone received the right gift - everyone loved them:  Here's Jessica giving Robert a big hug

Big smiles from Marissa

and hugs too!

Mommy loved her present from Robert - she loves Robert too!

Daddy and Robert - Daddy got trail mix (2 bags)

Robert opening Marissa's present to him

A happy daddy!

Big hugs and smiles from Marissa to Jessica

Devon didn't let me take pictures of him with presents, but he would let me take a photo of him with Jasper

 We had a wonderful Christmas.  Everyone was happy with what they gave and with what they received. Our family celebrated a smaller Christmas this year.  The ping pong table from Santa was wonderful - what a special surprise.  Marissa got boots and clothes, Robert got indoor soccer shoes and a suit for church, Jessica got a computer (Mac) for college, and Devon got clothes - a suit, shirt, tie, wallet, jeans, etc.  Mark got a pass to Snap Fitness, and Betsy got a bracelet, candles and candy.

Betsy loves to make a delicious ham dinner for the Christmas feast.  This year was better than ever.  Ham with glaze, rolls, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, and Jessica made Macaroni and Cheese.  We were stuffed!   Doesn't daddy look great in his bow tie!

We love Christmas and all of it's traditions!  Mostly we love the spirit of giving that it brings to us and everyone around us.  

After church on Sunday 12/26:  we took a family photo.  

Jessica 17, Devon 15, Marissa 13, and Robert 11
all about to be one year older

Mark and Betsy:  still love birds

Marissa loves our kitty Jasper

Precious:  Jessica and mommy!