Peace on Earth

Last night Melinda and I went to see our friends Bob and Shirley sing at their church Christmas Eve program. We enjoyed hearing them sing and participating in the program. It was our first time to a Presbyterian service and we had a great time. I especially liked the orchestra and the band with bass guitar and drums.

The pastor gave a very moving sermon about Christ and having faith in Him. Later they dimmed the lights and we all held lit candles and sang. It was very festive and spiritual; a great way to spend Christmas Eve.

After we went to Arden and Lorraine's and we Lisette narrated the Christmas story while everyone participated as wise men, sheep, etc. They even included Samuel the Lamanite preaching about the birth of Christ and His coming. Samuel (played by Kevin) somehow miraculously missed being hit by scores of Nerf arrows. It was very nice to have a peaceful evening with family and remember the birth of Jesus. Saffron looked so cute holding a doll with Ian as Joseph at her side.

We got home a little late, but we kept our tradition of opening one present on Christmas Eve. We all drew names and the kids especially enjoyed buying gifts for each other.

We all slept in until around 9:00 when Lisette kept opening and closing our door to utilize our squeaky hinges as an alarm clock. The kids we're very happy to see that the Christmas Monkey didn't pass up our house and that he enjoyed his jungle snack (even if he did leave a big mess).


After peeking into their stocking we made a nice breakfast of hot cocoa, pop-overs, and vegetarian sausages.

The kids enjoyed opening their presents, and I enjoyed using my new camera!

Miles

Ian with his sock monkey

Lisette

Saffron in her new holiday dress from Marsha

We spent the rest of the day up at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We had a lovely white Christmas the family, nice gifts, and good food.