Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

On Christmas Eve I always got pajamas from my grandparents so I have continued that tradition with the boys. Ayden got Dr. Suess fleece pajamas and Cael got some fleece pajamas with a polar bear on them. Ayden wrote a letter to Santa (with help) telling him that he had been a good boy. Ayden also helped set out cookies and milk for Santa and some carrots for the reindeer.

Opening his pajamas.

The boys in their new pajamas.

The tree after Santa dropped off gifts for the boys.

Ayden was pretty sneaky and woke up around 3 am, found his stocking and ate a bunch of candy out of it before we heard him. We woke up and put him back to bed, but we found candy wrappers everywhere, even in his nightstand drawer. I'm surprised he was able to fall back asleep after all the sugar. Everyone got up around 7:00 and we opened presents. It was nice to be able to stay home this year and not have to travel anywhere. Joel grilled some brisket for lunch and I made some mashed potatoes and a few other side dishes. We relaxed the rest of the day.

Cael after opening a present.

Attempting to get a picture of the boys in their Christmas shirts.


Their favorite toy that Santa brought them.