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Christmas Eve

My parents arrived in Boston on Friday morning. This is the first Christmas holiday that they have spent here with us, and it's the first time we've all been together for Christmas in quite a few years. I'm off work until January 3rd, so I've been excited to enjoy some quality family time!

Because of crazy work schedules we decided to celebrate with Derek's family on Christmas Eve. We hosted his parents and his brother Doug's family here for a noon time meal. Since our Thanksgiving meal was such a success, we decided to make a turkey again.


We also made mashed potatoes, wild rice and corn casserole; Joanne made dessert. Everything was delicious!



After that it was kid gift opening madness!


They had a blast playing with all their new toys, which included a slide,


Doctor's kits,


And big building blocks.


It was wonderful to have both of our families together this Christmas.


We are truly blessed.
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