Christmas Day Fun

We had a very merry day around here. And how fun to have a white Christmas! The boys were so excited to run downstairs and see if Santa had come.

Ben was thrilled with Cranky the Crane.

Thankfully Mom and Dad were able to get down off of their hill today. They came over along with the Arnolds for brunch. We made gingerbread waffles with lemon whipped cream, sausage, fresh fruit and orange rolls - yum!
Dad helping make treats for Christmas dinner at Ellen's...

A few gifts to open...

Ben crashed out with Cranky.

Handsome boys by the tree.We had an Italian feast at Ellen's...lots of food, wine, great family and peppermint ice cream pie with hot fudge! I went upstairs to see what the kids were up to... Lizzie was giving Sam a manicure... with a spoon. He is such a good sport.
Lots of playing and running around in Lizzie's "slippers" as Sam calls them...aka princess shoes.

It was great fun watching the kids enjoy the day and spend time with family.

Brian and I even snuck in a photo together - thanks to Sam who is our little photographer.