Sara and Leo arrived on Sunday just before lunch. The little ones were meeting again. Sara's twins were excited about meeting the baby.
And they got to know each other quickly
Gram has good toys.
We have a beautiful niece. Star material.
Brunch was served.
The boys were relaxing
Mom and baby were dressed for Christmas and Is that a bow in her hair????
Leo was pretty tired after that long drive from the Cape
Lara love to get down on the floor to play with the little ones.
Are we ready for presents yet?? There were a lot of them piled up under the tree.
A few more fun shots. Beautiful girls runs in this family with a few more in this shot. They pick good husbands too.
Daddy looks more excited than baby. Maybe he has been peeking in his gifts???
We start with reading of the Christmas story.
intent listeners
And the gift giving begins.
great toys
cute aprons made by Aunt Della
Lara joins the family with her 'I know Doug" drink holder.
This little guy received a wonderful fire truck that lights up and makes great noises.
Leo drove over and joined us. It was great to see him. I bought him some 'Scrub Daddies' he asked for. He only needs to drop a few hints and I write them down since he is difficult to buy for.
New paddles for his Kayak???
A tea set from Gram
A new more stylish WARM jacket for Gram
Two more aprons from Aunt Della. It was fun making them for the girls. They grew out of their other ones that I made for them many years ago.
A great hat to go with that fire truck
A beautiful canoe
A wonderful family. Don't we look great??? I am so thankful for my brothers and sister. It is wonderful for Eva to host this family gathering. I am thankful that so many people drove to gather and celebrate the holiday.
I bought a book for this little one called "The Blue Willow Plate" It was my favorite book when I was about her age. I also found this plate to go with the gift. It is a wonderful book about a girl in the depression who only has this plate as a precious reminder of her mother and better times.
Gram loved reading books to her grandchildren.
WHEW!!!! It was an exhausting day.
Monday we were suppose to go up to Dug's family lodge but we didn't have any snow for sledding and a little sickness was holding us back. We stayed home and started a puzzle
We did get a walk in that afternoon though
The park was near by and the swings were a hit.
This is the quilt that I made for Sara and Leo.
Stay tuned for PART 3.
