Christmas Day

Christmas day is a LOT less running around than Christmas eve for me. We spend the day {mostly} at home - starting with presents exchanged between Mama Bear and her babes {Grandma joined us this year}. Once the mimosa's start flowing it's time to start making dinner.

This year the menu consisted of Prime rib, twice baked potatoes, Burgundy mushrooms {yeah - these cooked for 6 hours!!}, asparagus, and a delicious salad. Christmas cookies and treats were waiting for us after.

Here are some special moments from today. I got to spend time with almost ALL of my cousins this weekend - I couldn't ask for anything more.

Chrissy opening Jared's present <3

...Grandma is really pushing for a great-grandchild...

prime rib

Mama and me in the kitchen

My beautiful mother in her happy place

The 9 hour mushrooms {real recipe here}

Twiced baked goodness

The cutest wrapping ever from cousin Krista!

She made us necklaces. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! 

The cousins

Krista & Brooke

Brit & Collin

Grandma and her grandkids {just missing a couple}

MERRY CHRISTMAS! 

{for the last time this year - I promise}

Christmas Elf's Hard at Work

I am thrilled to have a reason to craft! Not that a reason is ever needed to use glitter - it is nice to have a purpose.

Chrissy and I are having a Pinterest Christmas this year! {Woo Hoo!!} After trips to Hobby Lobby, Target, Michaels, inspiration from Pinterest , and visits from our Fairy Craft Godmother we are ready to get started.

I can't post too many pictures in fear of ruining the element of surprise. But here's a little taste. ;)

Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. I love all the smells, decorations, family time, carols, and above all the celebration of baby Jesus. This Friday I'll be attending the Christmas performance at Crossroads in Corona. The show begins at 7:30. {there are shows Saturday and Sunday if those fit better into your schedule}

Remember this is a time of giving and creating memories with your family and friends. It's hard to avoid getting caught up in the crazy emotions and chaos surrounding holidays but try to enjoy all the little things - one day you'll realize they were the big things.

Merry Christmas Everyone!

xxoo
J