We spent a lazy morning at home on Christmas Eve. Daddy was able to sneak off to the shooting range and Starbucks while the kids and I slept in, made gingerbread houses left by Bockle, and watched Christmas Vacation again. Maggie is completely obsessed with it as her new favorite Christmas movie. She is definitely my child.
Tuttle and Maggie participated in the Christmas pageant at church this year. Maggie was much more eager for her role as an angel than she was two years ago when she wore the sheep costume. Tuttle played the part of a shepherd again. We arrived early to get good seats and have time for pictures. Since Jacob skipped his nap, he fell asleep just moments before we arrived in the parking lot mid snack bite. He was able to grab a quick snooze on Daddy before heading to the nursery for the service.
We all agreed on dinner being delivered instead of cooking. Daddy never turns down the opportunity to order Indian. After opening one gift, listening to Daddy read some classic poetry, and setting out milk and cookies, the kids were eager to get to bed. They did not want to risk missing Santa's visit!
I am not sure how all three ended up on the nice list, but Santa was pretty good to all the Thorne children this year.....
While we were sad to end the tradition of heading to Granny's house on Christmas morning, we did love the extra time in pajamas watching the babies play with all their toys. We investigated all the loot for about four hours before finally showering and loading up the car to head to Grandmommy and Grandaddy's house.
The laziness continued in Madison since I only took one picture. Everyone was spoiled like usual with the highlights being Maggie's iPad, Jacob's big trash truck, and Tuttle's Nintendo Switch games and accessories. We told Tuttle it was a good thing that Santa brought the gaming system or Grandmommy and Grandaddy's gift would have been pretty disappointing! :) Jay and I did not come up empty handed either. I am so excited for my new Lululemon, Spanx, and Rothy's presents, and Jay was able to add to his gun collection, including new accessories. The big surprise was gifting Grandmommy a day trip to NYC in March with a Broadway show. Aunt Peach and Daddy were also able to benefit from this present! So fun!
Jacob, Maggie, and I headed back to Atlanta a little early because everyone is battling a cold, but Jay and Tuttle stayed to enjoy some time at the outdoor range. Even though I am under the weather, my desire for organization won, and I took down the tree and other Christmas decorations. Tomorrow will be spent finding spots for all the new toys!
What a MERRY Christmas this year! It tops our Decembers as the most magical to date.
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