Spending Christmas in Utah was so much fun, especially because Teya got to be with all of her Uda cousins. On Christmas Eve we went over to my sister Rachel's house to have a Bethlehem dinner. Rachel made a delicious spread of finger foods that would've been traditional to eat at the time of Christ's birth. We all sat on the floor (except for the kids) and ate with our hands. It was really fun and created a very warm atmosphere. After dinner the kids sat and intently listened while I told them the story of the Christmas orange (Thanks Kathrine!) Then we did the nativity, which is always entertaining with toddlers and preschoolers! Teya was the angel but all she wanted to do was pet and kiss the baby Jesus and visit the food table for scraps. After the nativity each of the children got to open 1 present. Teya got a little stuffed elephant that she loved and carried around for the rest of the night. It was a night of trying out some new traditions and continuing with old ones. Everyone had such a fun time, thanks in most part to the presence of all the Grandchildren. Kids just make Christmas so much better!
Teya and her cousins at the kiddie table
The kids listening to the Christmas orange story
Nativity(yes,that's Teya on the floor bottom right, she was feeling camera shy)
Opening presents!
2 comments:
We completely agree with you guys. Kids do make Christmas so much better. It's so much funner with kids. It sounds like you guys had a fantastic Christmas, we're glad to hear it. It's always a blessing to be with the ones you love. Well, hope you travel home safely! Love, The Lams
It's so true. What's Christmas without little children to celebrate and share with? They bring such a special spirit, and keep the magic alive, don't they? So glad you liked the story enough to share it along with your family traditions.
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