Morgan Christmas

Today, we had John's family Christmas in Edgefield. We actually had everyone there. More food than fifteen people need, but who can complain when it is that good. And the desserts. Oh, my! Mari made this pumpkin thing. I do not know exactly what it was but I can tell you it was so delicious. I am so hoping for that recipe...like I need it. ;)

Chloe was elated when she received many items with the Eiffel Tower: a pillow, ornaments, puzzle and a book. The look on her face was priceless. Tonight she had to get out her Eiffel Tower puzzle to work on upstairs. Her chair was cold so she put her blanket (from the Saxons) on the chair with her Eiffel pillow to lean against.

Jesse received a beautiful bracelet from the Bledsoes. It looked so nice on her. In addition, she got ornaments, blankets, and a gift card from Books-A-Million (she is very excited to start spending it).

Grandma Morgan bought each of them a blanket and the Reels gave them each their very own cupcake kit (apron, pan, liners, spoon, whisk). They are already planning their first use of the bake ware; and Jesse pulled out her blanket tonight to snuggle with on the couch.

The adults did their second year of Combat Christmas (or White Elephant or Chinese Christmas). It is where everyone brings a gift then you either pick from the pile or "steal" one from someone else. I was shafted again this year in that both gifts that came home with us were more "manly" (a man's billfold and a set of flashlights). If it were not for Lawson, I would have been totally shafted. Lawson bought me a pair of beautiful silver hoop earrings. Mari said he didn't think I would like them, but I have to say they are now my favorite pair.

The only bad thing about today was I missed my own family gathering. It was the first year they decided to gather ona day other than Christmas and I missed it. I feel bad because I was the one pushing for meeting on a day other than Christmas. And then I wasn't there. I get picked on a lot about how many family reunions I have, but I usually do not see any of my family from late October until Easter (except my parents of course). And I miss them...and all their drama. ;)