Christmas

Christmas came a little early for us as Parker came home for two weeks on Wednesday, December 22. We headed early to the airport, introduced Libby to her Uncle Parker, and then headed to one of the restaurants on Parker's list of places to go while he is home. On the 23rd, we had Parker's college roommates, their wives, and children over for a visit. I know all the boys enjoyed getting together and catching up on each other. We enjoyed meeting their families and hope they will all come back to see us soon.
On Christmas Eve, Savannah, Jason, Libby, Momma, and Daddy joined us for lunch. Before they left, Momma and Daddy gave them an early Christmas present. They deeded their land in Sumter County to the kids. Here is a picture of them checking out the deed and a map of the land.



Savannah, Jason, and Libby left early as they had Christmas with Cheri, Mike, and Jeremy that afternoon and with Mrs. Rickman that night.

Christmas morning began a new tradition. Both sets of grandparents were invited to Savannah and Jason's home for brunch and to watch as Libby checked out her gifts from Santa.

Brunch was delicious: casseroles, cinnamon rolls, and pigs in a blanket.



After eating, we all settled in to watch Libby. Of course, she didn't know what was going on, but as usual, she enjoyed the attention. Santa brought her (or maybe her parents) a DVD player for the car, some books, and a doll in a stroller.



We took several groups of pictures. Here are a few:







And my favorite:



After brunch, we headed home while Savannah, Jason, and Libby headed to Pickens County and Cheri's parents, the Drakes. While they were celebrating again, we were resting up at home and getting our Christmas meal ready.

As soon as Savannah, Jason, and Libby got to our house, we ate and then we settled in to watching Libby open more presents.
This chair from Mamaw and Pop is going to be a favorite.



She also received several books from Uncle Parker. Two, The Christmas Story and Goodnight Moon, are in French. Parker tried to read them to Libby, but she just couldn't sit still.

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Whatever Libby was doing, we were enjoying it. I think she enjoyed the paper, ribbons, and boxes the most.



I was very proud of myself for not overdoing. I did get Libby three pair of pajamas, Toy Story I,II, and III, and some books. Of course, I did buy her some Christmas outfits early for her to wear during the holidays.



Parker brought gifts from different countries. I received a beautiful bowl from Portugal; Dennis got a Swiss Army Knife from (you guessed it); Savannah got a cork covered scrapbook; and Jason got a unique cross to add to their collection.

It was a great time for family, and we are not through yet. Tonight we will go to Emily and Buddy's for the Windle Family Christmas. Everyone should be there except Leigh Ann who is now living in England with her new hubby.