More Christmas Eve

After the visit from Santa and the big engagement announcement at our house, we headed over to Danny and Katie's for the annual Christmas Eve party. Mairead had a lot of fun with the 'big kids' and they did a great job entertaining her. We all had a great night having fun, congratulating Brian and Christin, and sharing in the season.

And, what do you know? Santa came for another visit!

How cute are these pjs with little reindeer feet? All three kids had them and they were adorable. Comfy, too!

Jen did get to visit with Santa, even though she and Mike had more important missions that night. They were MIA for a while, delivering some 'Christmas cheer' to neighbors with some of our cousins.

Liz helped Jack to look festive for the occasion.

Mairead was dressed in a gorgeous little red coat that Jean let us borrow. It belonged to her girls when they were little.

The boys had a great time exploring a new place and playing with some new toys.

Once Brian and Christin arrived to share their news, they attracted quite a crowd. Everyone congratulated them and admired the beautiful ring.

My mom visited with Santa, but she really could not ask for anything more. With a brand new granddaughter, and then a new daughter in law to-be, her Christmas wishes were fulfilled.

Mairead and Grampy had fun looking at all of the Christmas decorations.

All of this happiness, and we haven't even talked about Christmas Day yet! We are so thankful for all of the people who shared this holiday with us.