Christmas Eve, Kate instructed us to hurry home because knew that "Christmas comes tomorrow" and she wanted to go to sleep so Santa could come. Nana had made her a bag of Reindeer food, which for those of you who may not be familiar with reindeer food, it is a mixture of oatmeal and glitter. It was quite sweet to watch the big smile on her face as she sprinkled the food on the ground when we got home. We did read The Night Before Christmas and then she was out! I wish we had Santa to bribe her with every night to fall asleep that fast!
Christmas morning was great, Kate was awake by 7:30. When David and I were kids, both of our families had the tradition of sitting on the stairs Christmas morning until we were told we could go downstairs to see all the presents. Kate tried to sneak downstairs while I was getting dressed and David was taking care of the dogs.
This was the first year Kate really seemed to understand Santa and when she first saw everything I am not sure if she knew where to begin. We opened the gifts under the tree and then made our way to the stockings. I thought the BIG Santa present would be the Little Einstein "Pat Pat Rocket," but I am positive that the Cinderella accessories, camera included, took first prize as her favorite gift. Kate also helped Stephen open his gifts. He adores her and when she smiles, he smiles and "coos" at her. Since she was excited about his gifts, he was too!
Christmas would not be complete without the dogs opening their gifts. Belle sure knows how to hang the Christmas wreath.... LOL
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I love the pics and blog - thank you! Your friend in Mass. had a great idea. You know I always read Josie's and occasionally see Kate on there. Keep it up! I miss y'all so much...
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