Christmas Eve Day with Grammy and Papa

We got together Christmas Eve with Grammy and Papa and had a yummy lunch and then a fun time opening presents! Alex was really into presents this year and eyed constantly what he had and what others had to open. Avery had to point out her presents to Papa as soon as she walked in.

Alex's excitement spilled over and made Avery excited too! She couldn't wait to rip into those presents!

Avery loves snow globes and Grammy got her this one to commemorate their going to see "The Nutcracker" earlier in the month. Avery remembers the little bit of the play she saw (because it was past her bedtime) and knows she did not like the "bad guys" haha!

Avery brought "her" puppy to be friends with Bella during the festivities of Christmas eve.

Grammy was so excited to ger her ipad!

Papa wasn't quiet sure about his gift at first...but warmed up quickly to the idea of driving some laps at the Dale Jarrett Racing experience in Talladega!

Alex got Alabama sheets...and while he liked them he just didn't seem to think that was a "fun" present and he wondered where his other presents were.:) We had to have many conversations about presents and the "true" meaning of Christmas and how people give him presents because they love him-they don't have to give him anything, but his sweet 4 year old mind just couldn't see past all the presents!:) I see many more conversations like this in the years to come!

He found these upstairs and thought these were some presents they had for him. He just knew there was "more!"

Uncle Parker was in town!

Mine and John's present-Roll Tide!

Avery wanted Grammy (and only Grammy) to peel her peanuts for her.

Alex liked his football helmet piggy bank from uncle Parker, but just seemed to think he should have something "fun".

Finally, Grammy and Papa told them they had a gift for them to share out in the garage. They were so excited to go see it!

A bouncy house!! They love it and it fits in our garage too!

Thank you Grammy and Papa! We love you!