Christmas #2

Ellen had a wonderful second Christmas! She celebrated by attending a number of family gatherings, eating yummy treats, giving and receiving many nice presents, and staying up way past her bedtime on several occasions. Christmas is the best!

About a week and a half before the big day, Ellen visited Santa at the mall. She was very excited to meet the big guy and as we waited in line kept saying, "Tanta!" and "woof" to Santa's reindeer; however, when it came time to sit on Santa's lap, EVB was anything but excited.

After church on Christmas Eve, we headed to Omma and Boppa's where Ellen had a great time playing with her cousins, Gavin and Sophia.

Gavin and Ellen loved Omma's nesting Santas ...

and Boppa gave Ellen a tour of tree.

Then it was time for presents!

Ellen loved everything, but was especially proud of her new froggy hat ...

and her awesome tunnel!

On Christmas morning, Ellen awoke to discover that Santa had delivered many special presents while she was sleeping, including an Ellen-size chair! EVB was beside herself with excitement!

Now Ellen has her very own spot to sit!

EVB was also thrilled that Santa left some puffs in her stocking.

Later Christmas Day, Ellen went to Grandma and Grandpa B.'s where she played with her cousins, Madelyn and Scarlett, and opened more presents!

Ellen got many fun things of her own ...

but was most impressed with Scarlett's cool tent. In fact, she spent most of the afternoon sitting inside it and squealing with delight.

It was a very Merry Christmas!