X-mas "morning" @ home

The elves were up late again Saturday night transforming the living room into a special Christmas for 4 very important little people! Take 4 kids times a few presents each and ta da you have a magical looking room. The kids did not know this was coming so I blocked with stairs and put a sign to come get me. I had a video ready to play when the entered to entertain them until all were awake. Pete went down and turned on lights and captured the looks of surprise on camera as they came down the steps. I would share but they do not look as neat online as they do on my computer, so you will have to trust me.

We saved a final special gift for each till last. Makayla was overexcited to get the Disney princess barbie collection.

Maggie could not believe she got a my sized Tangled doll. It is nearly as tall as she is.

Each of PJ's gifts were a huge hit but Buzz Lightyear takes the cake. He carries him everywhere and loves to make him talk CONSTANTLY by pushing buttons continuously.

Brie completely getting into the opening today. She has it figured out. If there is music Brie dances, so each of her toys makes music so the poor little thing was "dancing" all day. Thrilled but exhausted by night time.

A very big thank you to granny and pop the children had very nice Christmas gifts this year. Thank you! We saved one final final gift for after church. When we got home we asked them if they wanted anything else and neither of the girls said anything. So we turned them loose to tear it up, there was a dramatic pause and then the screams of Kayla erupted! PJ started screaming because that is what Kayla was doing and Maggie was left confused. Makayla quickly explained what was in the box and once again screaming and jumping and pure glee filled the room. The WII has been a very fun addition to the house. I have to admit my arm is a bit sore but Makayla is really good at this thing!

All in all they had a wonderful Christmas and could not ask for more. They are all very gracious for everything they recieved and know they are very lucky little kids. We are very lucky parents to have such great kids. Pete has been off last week and this week, I was off Monday as well so we have had some very nice family haning out time. I work 2 days and then off again until Monday. It has been so nice to be able to spend some casual fun times together, all 6 of us!