"When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. They then opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh." Matthew 2:10-11
For the first time in the history of our family, Santa came on actual Christmas morning this year! Since we weren't at Aunt Karla's Christmas B&B, and I didn't have to work like last year, we figured the big guy could go ahead and bring his goodies on Christmas morning. So the stockings were hung by the chimney with care and the cookies & milk were set out and ready.
Evelyn did the honors of reading "The Night Before Christmas". . .
Kitty was especially enthralled by the reading.
Eventually the kids found their way to bed, and then the living room was filled with fun surprises! We actually had a lot of fun this December with the kids as they each knew what the others were getting from Santa. And the boys' gifts were pretty unique. Listening to them try to guess was quite entertaining!
So without further ado, Calvin's unique gift was a West Virginia basketball. Santa had all sorts of trouble trying to find a full-size indoor basketball, and had to settle for one with a picture of West Virginia on it. He also got a "Porta-Lounger" and Eagles sweatshirt as well as the usual socks/deodorant/candy selections.
Oliver's big gift this year was a cast iron skillet. He wanted a PS5, and while guessing, Calvin told him he could probably make a PS5 with his gift if he were smart enough :) He also got a cook book, gaming chair, Eagles blanket, and the usual extras. I can't wait to see what he cooks on his new skillet!
Violet got an oversized inflatable bowling set. She had so much fun in her bowling league this fall, Santa knew she'd love this. She also got an Eagles shirt, some fuzzy Crocs, and of course, a new cup. He wouldn't be any kind of Santa at all if he didn't bring her a cup.
Evie's gifts were probably the most traditional, with the big one being a pair of roller blades. She also would find a calligraphy set, new brush and fancy edging scissors for her craft projects.
And with that, Santa's work here is done and there will be a few hours of peace before the chaos of morning would ensue. Kitty enjoyed the quiet time to meditate on the gift of our Savior.
Evelyn was the first one up to check out her goodies!
Then Big Sis joined her. No surprises, she was most excited about her cup.
Finally the boys were roused out of bed also. There was no PS5 under the tree, but they were surprised with their gifts, at least.
Oh the joys of Christmas morning!
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