'Twas the Night Before Christmas

A picture in front of the tree before heading to church for another favorite, the candelight service. I was trying to remember, but I think this was the first time that Pierce has been to it. It made it a little different, but still special!

After the service, we headed over to the Coulson's for a Christmas meal with friends.  Since none of us, nor the Baker's, have family in town the Coulson's were kind enough to invite us over.  It was a yummy meal with friends before we all headed home to tuck into bed early (well, at least the kids!).

Somehow, Pierce talked us into one quick gift to open before bed... (and yes, we had LOTS of wrapped gifts under our tree, but those had already headed south!). 

And, of course, we had to put out renindeer food and lots of snacks for Santa! 

 

"The Children were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads..."