Christmas in Minnesota - Day 3

Day 3 was getting ready for Christmas Eve!

My Dad did a ton of cooking and baking while

my Mom was recovering from a procedure and while Greg and I hacked and sneezed

from our colds.  

We got to watch some cute Christmas Hallmark movies.

Mom and Dad had decorated - gorgeous and homey as always!

I had a chance to make name tags for everyone

And set up the table with my Mom

some kidlets were expected, so notice the protective tablecloth . . .
But I have to say that NOTHING got spilled or broken!

I drew on the cups a little, too.

And we were ready to celebrate!

Truly, though, every day we were there was a GIFT.

We are thankful for time together!