Monday, December 24, 2007

Merry Christmas Eve

Since we couldn't be with friends and family tonight, we wanted everyone to be able to spend it with Claire. Despite not knowing exactly what is going on, she has loved the tree and the presents. I imagine if she was mobile, we would be alot busier. We are so grateful for a wonderful Christmas season to celebrate the birth of our Savior. He has brought so much joy into our lives and we rejoice in the gift that he has given the world. May the Lord bless all of you this Christmas season.


Hill has been wanting to start some new Christmas traditions, so here it is. We started out the evening with a gourmet meal filled with European meats and cheeses and topped off with Aranciata. The food was excellent and the tradition is worth keeping.


Nate really outdid himself this time with the bruscetta. Excellent!!!



Claire rejoices over opening her first Christmas Eve gift.


Like most kids, the wrapping paper is the ultimate prize.

Claire shows off her new Christmas pjs from grandma Carter. She'll sleep warm and cozy tonight.


Caught with her hand in the cookie jar. We are on to you Claire.
Merry Christmas to all. We love you!!!

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

nice thanks for sharing. i miss you guys, have a merry christmas.

Betsy said...

Merry Christmas! We miss you guys.

Al said...

I'm glad Claire enjoyed her first Christmas so much. Love the pics!

Anonymous said...

It wasn't exactly getting caught...she was just trying to be like her aunt Alyson...helping by passing out the gifts to everyone. So Mom and Dad...don't jump to conclusions.

Amy & Mark said...

That food looks so yummy and knowing you, Hillory, it is -- you're such a great cook. I love the picture of Claire smiling by the tree! She is so cute!