Whats going on upstairs… : Christmas time is here!

And just like that, it was Christmas!

Last year, having a newborn- I expected the time to fly by. But this year it seemed to come and go quicker than ever! I officially think that many of us make Christmas too chaotic. too hectic. and too busy. I only got a small chunk of time I was able to sit and truly ponder on the wonder of why we celebrate. Next year, this will be different. I don't know how we are going to make the days not so filled with the stress of food/ gifts/ company etc, but I am determined to make it happen!

Anyways… We DID in fact have a great Christmas, despite the craziness! Last year, I didn't have to work because I was on maternity leave, and this year, I just lucked out!

We started off our celebrating with the whole Dittrich gang in New Ulm on the 22nd! It was fun to see them again after just a month at Thanksgiving (which rarely happens!) and we enjoyed a full day with these great people!

Addie officially understood how to open presents, and that there are good things inside! Although the boxes and wrapping are often just as fun for them :)

Then it was Christmas eve, and I tried to snag a few pics before we headed off to church for a fun family service!

My family!

The "kids" including the newest addition, we call him Theo as well…she is completely in love with him already!

We finally got to my parents house around 7pm on Christmas eve, and they once again braved a 'surf and turf' meal! (I on the other hand enjoyed some fine veggie pizza!)

Addie got to meet her great Aunt Wai Pik from Hong Kong that was here to visit! They adored one another and had lot of fun being silly!

The boys were digging in! They mean business when it comes to their meals and meat.

Addie loved opening some more presents, and got another round of "not so girlie gifts" from her uncle Scott which included a dump truck…lol

Christmas morning was here!…and well, it was a very very tired morning. Let's just say I am spoiled by having a baby who has since 3 months old not only slept through the night, but slept in until 8:00-8:45 am. I AM NOT used to having her up for hours on end at night. Pack and play + us in the same room just didn't fly that night.

BUT….we got over that real quick, got all decked out in red and green, and got ready to brave the day full of fun!

All of my mom's side and part of my dad's side joined us Christmas morning at my parents for brunch and gifts! Addison was loving time with great aunt Judy- another favorite!