"Who hears these words of mine & puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, & the winds blew & beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine & does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, & the winds blew & beat against that house, & it fell with a great crash."

Matthew 7:24-27

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Christmas #1 and Christmas Eve

Our first Christmas celebration was on Christmas Eve. We celebrated with Erik's family at his Mom and Dad's house. Erik had to work in the morning and then we headed over around noon for lunch and presents. This was Kyler's first celebration and he did quite well! He did get tired towards the end though as we were past his nap time. All three of us were very blessed by the gifts we received. Kyler opened two really big packages-one was a huge stuffed dog and the other was a big boy car seat!! After we opened presents at Erik's mom and dad's, we came home so Kyler could nap and Erik and I could get ready for church. As soon as we were done, we went back to Erik's parent's house for a quick dinner and then headed to church at 7:00. It has been neat the past few years that both Erik's parents and my parents come to church with us on Christmas Eve, I hope this tradition can continue! After church we then headed to my (Ashley's) parent's house for homemade pie-yum!! My mom has been making pie to have after church for a long as I can remember, it's definitely one of my favorite parts of Christmas Eve! Next year I'm sure Kyler will appreciate this tradition a little more. :) We then headed home so Kyler could take a bath and get to bed so he could be ready for Christmas #2 and #3 the next day. Below are some pictures from Christmas Eve!

Erik opening his big present!

Kyler opening his first present.

Enjoying the ribbon... :)

Me opening one of Kyler's big presents...

This is what was inside!! :)

Getting sleepy...

Hanging out with Aunt Leah while she shows Kyler her computer :)

Hmmm...Daddy's tie looks interesting...

Our family on Christmas Eve at Ashley's parents house.

Merry Christmas!!

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