Christmas Eve we spent the majority of the day wrapping presents, watching Christmas movies, and holding on to every moment as a sweet family of three. We went to lunch with Jake's grandmother (Nan) and his parents. Then, we went back to their house to open presents. Bryn got the cutest Minnie Mouse Volkswagen from her Mammy and Pa. Anything she can climb, move in, dance to.. she's sold. So, this gift was perfect!
Around 7, we went over to Jake's maternal grandmother's (GG Gran) house. This is a yearly tradition that I've been apart of for 6 years. Christmas eve we always spend with his mother's family.. and they are way too much fun. Things get out of control, someone always makes a fool of themselves, and there is a whole lot of love. I got really lucky to marry into the family I did. I feel like I've known them forever, and they are just as crazy as I am! Bryn loved the chaos, but not so much everyone trying to contain her. She wants to be held for about 3 seconds of every hour. Little Miss Independent.
She wore her little PJs to bed that made her look so grown up.. and slept like a queen.
We woke up Christmas morning around 7:15. Our little family of 3 opened our presents, and I even got our dogs a few things. They are so loved and special to us.
My favorite part of the morning was watching Bryn with her new baby doll. She held it like she's been holding a baby forever. She hugged it close and said "mmmm" (just like I do when I snuggle Bryn). She kissed the baby's forehead, and fed her little bottles. She's a pro. I also got her a little playpen for her baby.. She pushed the little baby around like it was a stroller. It was SO STINKING SWEET. Jake and I kept looking at each other soaking up that moment. I definitely will remember those moments forever.
After presents, we packed up in our jammies and went to my parents. We opened a few gifts and had a delicious breakfast. If Pat McGaha is known for anything, it is his DELICIOUS holiday breakfasts. They guy goes all out. We were very blessed this year and received a sound bar for our TV. It's PERFECT! Jake has been talking about wanting one forever. He never would've gotten it from me because I wasn't quite sure what it was. My parents ROCK!
After breakfast, we went back home and spent time with Jake's parents. Bryn showed them all her cool new toys, gave out lots of kisses and stole everyone's hearts even more. I just love my sweet girl. She took a 3 hour nap, yes.. you read that right THREE hours. Holy Christmas Miracle! Jake slept the entire time she did. I took some ME time and watched Intervention (I need an intervention from Intervention.. I'm obsessed).. and then I laid down. It was AWESOME!
We went back over to my parent's for dinner and my grandma and aunt joined. Great food, great company. It was just perfect. I sipped some sparkling apple cider. Oh my, it was heavenly!!!!!! Bryn stayed with my parents because my mom wanted to take her shopping today. I got lots of pictures after I left of my princess and her aunts and uncles. It's just a shame Bryn isn't loved more! ;-) hehehe!
Last year, we got the cutest picture under the mistletoe.
I just loved it and wanted to do it again this year. It's amazing the difference in out little one. Like, tear worthy.
All in all, nothing extraordinary.. but, I tend to find peace and happiness in my ordinary little life. I have way more picture, but they are on Jake's phone. I will be posting them in the future! :-)
Now that I've experienced Christmas with my girl being able to interact and enjoy it, I am SO ready to get Vivi in my arms. Got the word that I am 3cm dilated and 60% effaced.. getting CLOSE! Eeeeek!!! C'mon Vivi! We are ready for your sweet little face.
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