Christmas came a little early at our house this year. We celebrated with our family on December 22.
Amelia is reading the scripture of Jesus' birth, while Abigail is arranging the manger pieces. Ella is paying close attention.
Brent started gifting rockets to the little ones (and also to himself) 2 years ago. I think this may be a tradition, especially the years we are all together. Brent has definitely gained the title "rocket man" and of course is gaining favored status in the Uncle department! Oliver looks pretty pleased with his.

Amelia is trying out the new keyboard. We are anxious to hear what she and Abigail have learned next visit to Tennessee.

Ells is doing a little rearranging of the kings.

Here we are having the feast. This years menu was venison steak, mashed potatoes, shrimp, corn, and plenty of other things. This was the first year in a long time that our potatoes didn't have faces on them. The goofy crowns are from the Crackers - which was a tradition that Matthew started years ago.

Launch time -- Here is Benjamin with the Rocket Man. Some launches returned to earth -- others, we just are not sure where they went.