Christmas Eve is always special... but this year was EXTRA special for our family because that was the night we found out that we're expecting another precious daughter and sister to Ellie. We had the ultrasound tech wrap up either a blue stocking or pink Santa hat, and Christmas or Christmas Eve we would open it and discover what we were having as a family with many more on the phone. Ellie seems excited but to her, this baby was ALWAYS a girl and she never thought it could be a boy. It was no surprise to her AT ALL. She was right!
We're very excited. I've already read the names book for the girls, and have about 15 names we're considering. Hopefully it won't be long before we'll have a name picked out for her.
It was a great holiday. We spent Christmas Eve with the Munn family again this year. We like to go to the cemetery and light luminaries on the graves of loved family members who have passed on. After which, we had a turkey dinner, acted out a Nativity scene, sang "Silent Night," and once the girls were in their pajamas - Nana read them THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS.
Christmas morning, after opening our presents, we went back to the Munn's to talk to Elder Patrick Munn on the phone. We had a breakfast, and spent the morning in our pj's and enjoying each other's company. Later that evening, we went to Evan and Monyka's home for a traditional Ham dinner. Evan went all out as host - even giving us appetizers of shrimp, sausage and cheese, and crackers and dip. Everything was perfect.
This holiday will be one we will remember for many years. We can't wait for next Christmas when our new baby girl will be with our family. Thanks to everyone for your love and friendship, and for the part you played to make this Christmas magical and memorable. We love you all. Take care, and here's to a HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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