I have always felt so lucky that we have such a close relationship with both my side and Joe's side of the family. When Joe and I lived in Georgia for 2 years, and we missed Christmas it was so hard being away from everyone. While I loved the time with just him, I am so glad we are all in the same state and can share the holidays together, especially now that we have kids and nieces and nephews. Traditionally, on Christmas Eve we go to my mom's. We head to church and then back to the house for a bowl of chili and to open gifts. Following that my mom has always had 'Moose Milk' a very good holiday adult drink! Joe and I haven't been to the moose milk part for a few years, we need to get home and put the kids to bed so Santa can come! This year was no different other than it was hosted at my sister Kate's house, and Jack and Emma had a cold. It was still a very nice evening, even though poor Jack coughed the entire time!
On Christmas morning, Mimi & Poppa woke up early and we here to see the excitement on Emma and Jack's faces when they walked out to see what Santa had left. After gifts, we had a nice breakfast and then played wii and napped. For Christmas dinner we always head over to Mimi & Poppa's house for gifts and the traditional Raviloi's! One of my faves!! Went over there about 4pm, met Aunt Jamie and Uncle Chad, Clayton & Taylor where the gift opening began, and boy did it begin. The kids were having a ball, paper was flying everywhere! Following gifts was the incredible Italian dinner. After dinner there were more gifts to open Uncle Gary, Auntie Elvie & Jennie all came for dinner and then we did gifts with them. It was a busy day, but more fun and excitement than I could have imagined. Each year gets more and more fun!
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