What has become a dear tradition for our family is to have our big celebration with family Christmas Eve night. This is nothing out of the ordinary for most families, other than our own memories being made with Nana, Daddy Joe, Omi (and her sitter, Latorya, who is afraid of all things that bark), Andy, Mandy (and their dog Henry), and the four of us. Papa was with us in spirit and gave us good wishes by phone (we missed you this year, Luther!). Lloyd’s mom influenced our caroling, with German lyrics. Andy, Lloyd, and Harrison played some sort of instrument (including Harrison’s version of “Oh Holy Night” on the B-3) while the harmonies made by those of us who love to sing (Omi, Nana, Mandy, me, and this year Grayson’s sweet voice) filled the music room. Our meal was enjoyed so much, that we failed to have room (or time) for dessert! The kids took part in the adult present opening that followed dinner before leaving out crackers, cheese (Santa can’t have all cookies, you know), and reindeer food for our visitors this night.
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