As usual, all the family was gathered for Christmas, and this year, newly added, Avalyn. You would not believe the loot that little baby gathered. Or maybe you would–it’s so hard not to buy everything you see!
Ava went to see Santa, so was surprised to see Dad and his Husker Santa hat. That’s OK, Ava, Husker Santas are the best!! LOL.
Even though she had her own little hat, we had to try on the big one–cute is what they call it!
Ava has lots of headbands, ribbons, and little hats. This was her reaction when Kathryn tried this one on!
By the way, Rachel sent this picture of her loot from parents, two sets of grandparents, 4 aunts and an uncle. Guess we’d better sign them up now for her college fund! LOL.
This is the family photo–we are truly blessed!
When the kids were little, we used to set up trains, but never did after we moved into the current house. Well, this year, Dean set up a train around the tree, and it is a big hit. Hypnotizing, as it chugs around.


After all the gifts were opened, some people were enamored by the ceiling fan.
Some played their real guitar shirt–man the stuff they can make these days.
Even tool kits brought smiles!
But the best part was family time. We hope and pray that your Christmas was blessed, and that your New Year will be the same.
