Christmastime [Was] Here...

Thought I would share a few pics from Christmas. The best gift I received was that Matt did virtually all of the Christmas preparations--making treats (have I mentioned what I great cook he is?), shopping, and even decorated the house one night while I was at work! What a huge weight lifted from my shoulders, so I could focus on my finals, then enjoy the holidays as a family.

I had to work Christmas Eve, but our church, which has a traditional candlelight service, also had an early service for the very little ones. It was wonderful. Our pastors Frank and Carole, as well as children's director Nichea, are true blessings. The kids had craft time first, making stars to wave during the service, followed by a very informal service where they could talk, sing, dance, and move about freely (Paige capitalized on the moving).





Matt made gourmet homemade pizzas before I went to work...perhaps a new Parrott family tradition? We had a feast of a potluck at work! I made wassail...I based it on the recipe here.

Christmas Day, we were in our own house with our beautiful daughter waking up to open her stocking & presents.

                                                                 After a nap for me, it was Christmas at Grandma & Grandpa P's, where cousins Paige and Maycie got to know each other a little better. She's one cutie, and growing up quick! Not much luck getting pictures of the two of them together....mostly it was Tasmanian Paige while Maycie tried to figure out who this crazy person was!

 

The next day was like the 25th all over again...this time up to Grandma & Grandpa B's! We had a great time with them and Susie...hopefully next year will include Josh & Popy, who sent us awesome gifts from Korea. I'm already trying to prepare for next Christmas, it just gets more exciting as Paige gets older! So send your wish list now...