Christmas Eve...

The kids woke up on Christmas Eve so excited that the day was finally here. First, it's time to move their advent countdown calendars...two wall ones, and their traditional chocolate ones.

Next come a few gifts. The kids always buy each other presents, so we let them open them this morning. Zoe received some Littlest Pet Shop animals and Cooper got a new Tech Deck Skate ramp...they were both happy little kids.
We also always buy the kids their own ornament each year. We usually buy something that represents their year somehow, but this year I found some cute "cookie" ornaments in their initials and I loved them.
The kids got to open up a couple more gifts that were sent from Uncle Mike and Owens. Cooper couldn't have been happier in his new Steelers gear, and Zoe was thrilled with her craft kits.
After a great morning, we spent the rest of the day hanging out, playing games, packing for Grandma's and watching a few more Christmas shows. We set out cookies and milk for Santa, then it was off to church for a beautiful candlelight Christmas Eve service. This is one of my favorite times of the holiday. I enjoy listening to the songs, both traditional and modern, and hearing the message about the true meaning of Christmas.
After church, we headed to Grandma and Grandpa's house for a great dinner and time with family.


After putting on their traditional Christmas Eve pajamas, it was off to bed to wait for Santa...can't wait to see what he brings!