Christmas Eve

Mimi and Pops came over for Christmas Eve lunch. We had a nice traditional dinner - ham, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, salad, rolls, and green beans! And I attempted Me-Maw's fruitcake this year! It turned out okay, but next year I will definitely need to source better candied fruit. The ones I got were soaked in orange juice and that flavor was just too strong for me! Definitely going to try it again. 

We opened presents - the kids were so excited!! I apparently didn't take pictures of everyone though, but Kyler's face sums it up!! :)

We had a great time. But Drew was admitted to the hospital a few days before this, so we were really missing Cindy & Drew. He has pancreatitis, a kidney infection, and pneumonia. Continued prayers for complete healing. We love you and miss you Drewski!!

That afternoon we went to Grace for their Christmas Eve service, which we love! Then came home to set up our Journey to the Manger. Where we focus on the journey that Mary & Joseph took to reach Bethlehem. (Our dinner has expanded over the years though - I doubt they had cheese balls and Babybel cheese!) But we love this tradition and look forward to the family memories every year!

Reindeer Food, Milk, Cookies, & Carrots for the reindeer! We were ready!

Food coma :)