We had a Marchant family Christmas party on Saturday. It was a lot of fun to get together and see everyone. It is getting harder to do because our extended family is getting so big. This year we made it happen and went down to my Aunt and Uncle's house and had dinner, played games, and talked in their big (heated) shed. It was weird not having Grandpa and Grandma Marchant there. Even though it wasn't the first Christmas without them, it is always harder when we get together with the family. We miss them dearly, but we know they are in a better place and we will see them again someday!
We let all the young kids play the white elephant game.
Here is Makayla waiting for the game to start.
I know Lucy looks like she is in a lot of pain here, but don't worry she wasn't this is just one of the many faces she pulls during pictures.
Passing the presents
Lucy had to have a little help. She wasn't fast enough for everyone.
Makayla got a magic kit and was so excited.
Lucy got some molding clay, for a second, and then was asked to trade for a little chalk board. Good thing she was easy going that night!
Santa came to visit our party as well. Here is Makayla asking for everything under the sun!
Lucy's turn was next and she was just so cute and not even a little bit afraid of the big man!
Nicole had a picture too. Can you see how excited she was! Hahaha!
Family picture with Santa and his helper
And one with the rest of the family
(minus Eric and BreAnn who were in Idaho this year for Christmas)
It was a fun night of eating and talking and just enjoying one another's company. It was all great until later that night, when I came down with the stomach flu! I will spare you the details, but it wasn't a fun way to spend Christmas weekend. I am just glad it was all over by the time Christmas rolled around and I am grateful that the kids didn't come down with it!
Christmas posts up next!
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