Everyone was in attendance except grandson Sawyer who spent this Christmas with his father's family. We missed him, but it was only fair that he shared time with Chad's family. We sent a hunk of prime rib home for him with his mother. Despite his absence, the rest of us enjoyed ourselves immensely. To begin the day, Libby made two quiche dishes for breakfast, and we cracked a bottle of champagne to enjoy with orange juice. Afterward, we collaborated on a ginger bread house. And later yet, while the rib roasted, we nibbled on charcuterie and stuffed mushrooms. Much propinquity filled the perch the entire day. Dinner was excellent. Gifts were plentiful, and suffice to say, life is good, especially today.
Santa left a few packages under the tree.
We all had our Christmas drink magnets to keep our glasses straight. I'm Santa. Mimi was the hot chocolate mug.
Falcon, modeled his Christmas banner.
Libby's quiches disappeared quickly.
We all had a hand in making this magnificent ginger bread house.
Eldest son, Steve, with his family: Bonnie, Emily, Sarah.
Zam decked out in his festive gear.
The charcuterie board.The crew.
The siblings opened their "Lazy Susans" together.
Sarah and Emily showing off their boxes.
Bonnie and Angela looking their jewelry boxes over.
Mimi and Poppops delivering the "socks".Leticia and her "cash" box.Falcon with his truck.Libby with her box (Note: Boxes from Poppop's shop are a Christmas staple).Mimi and Poppops, grinning like roasted chestnuts.Falcon and Mimi playing Christmas carols after dinner. Judy and I always hang our heart ornaments close together. We're thankful for our blessings.
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