HO HO HO

Every year my family gets together for a much anticipated, long awaited night

of fabulous food, great entertainment and good company.

This is a favorite for my boys.  Grandpa teases each year that

it is the last year we will have the party, but he likes it just as much as we do.

My dad makes his famous turkey soup, which he only makes this time

of year,  we get a visit from a jolly old elf, and we have a lot of laughs

at the best white elephant gift exchange ever!!

This year my dad almost had Cody convinced that Santa wasn't coming, almost.

But, Cody didn't give up!  When Santa did make it, all of the kids faces were

priceless!!  This is the reason my dad continues to have this party! 

All of the kids are so excited, and it is so much fun to watch!

 Waiting patiently for Santa

 He was sooo excited for Santa!!

 Santa just got here,  they are such good sports!

Karlie, Regan & Maya

 Grandma & Grandpa gave the grandkids blankets.

 Singing songs with Santa.  Cody and Brayden

were his helpers.  Jaxson was so excited to

help, Santa asked if he could help with

the next song.  Jaxson thought he wasn't going

to get to help.  He was so upset, he wouldn't 

even look at Santa the rest of the night!!

 He wanted nothing to do with Santa!!

 Max was happy!!  That was a huge smile!

 They all got books

 Love the white elephant gifts.  You never

know what will show up!

Such a great night!  Thanks Dad and Mom

for making it happen!!