BrynTobyDahl:
A traditional Christmas gathering with the Brynestad/Tobiason/Dahl families (my mom's first and second cousins). This year held on December 18th. In honor of the Norwegian roots, my sister's dress their kids in traditional Norwegian 'bunads'...of course gifts from my mother! The highlight of the event each year is the Nativity play with all the children.
A traditional Christmas gathering with the Brynestad/Tobiason/Dahl families (my mom's first and second cousins). This year held on December 18th. In honor of the Norwegian roots, my sister's dress their kids in traditional Norwegian 'bunads'...of course gifts from my mother! The highlight of the event each year is the Nativity play with all the children.
Phillips Family:
On December 22nd, I celebrated Christmas with the Phillips family who I live with. They are so special to me and it was joy to exchange gifts and share a meal together. (The week before, Gavin had an accident on a play gound so he is displaying a shiner that is on the mend!)
On December 22nd, I celebrated Christmas with the Phillips family who I live with. They are so special to me and it was joy to exchange gifts and share a meal together. (The week before, Gavin had an accident on a play gound so he is displaying a shiner that is on the mend!)
My roommates, Angela (nearly 6), Gavin (7)
Alexis, Troy, Gavin and Angela
Christmas Eve Morning:
Its works out well to celebrate as the 'Brown' family on Christmas Eve morning, and then my sisters travel to their in-laws the following day.
Its works out well to celebrate as the 'Brown' family on Christmas Eve morning, and then my sisters travel to their in-laws the following day.
Ben and Jesse sporting their new musical ties their daughters picked out for them at the Dollar Store.
Christmas Eve:
Traditionally Christmas Eve is celebrated with the Brynestad family (mom's side) at the home of aunt Pollyann and uncle Jim in Gig Harbor. There were 36 of us present...including 9 little ones running around. Lots of laughter comes from the traditional White Elephant exchange!
Traditionally Christmas Eve is celebrated with the Brynestad family (mom's side) at the home of aunt Pollyann and uncle Jim in Gig Harbor. There were 36 of us present...including 9 little ones running around. Lots of laughter comes from the traditional White Elephant exchange!
My beautiful sisters
Aunt Bryna with Audrey and Abigail
Grandma Rosy and Papa holding their traditional homemade lefse (a Norwegian specialty). Obviously we love it as this photo was taken minutes after they walked in the door...shortly after the whole tray was gone! They were smart to hide another plate in their car for dessert!
Mom and Aunt Jane with their grandkids
Ben showing off Audrey's balancing act
Abigail loved her new 'Cooking club' apron from Grandma Rosy
Christmas Day:
In the morning I enjoyed breakfast by the fire with my parents, our neighbor Jim Troyer and my best friend Stephanie. Then later in the afternoon we drove up north to Seattle with my mom's parents...to enjoy a delicious Christmas meal at my uncle Paul & aunt Jan's home...my dad's parents were also there. Not many 31 year olds get to spend Christmas with all 4 grandparents who are alive and well...I feel extremely blessed! After our meal I provided the entertainment and sang by the tree (what a gracious audience).
In the morning I enjoyed breakfast by the fire with my parents, our neighbor Jim Troyer and my best friend Stephanie. Then later in the afternoon we drove up north to Seattle with my mom's parents...to enjoy a delicious Christmas meal at my uncle Paul & aunt Jan's home...my dad's parents were also there. Not many 31 year olds get to spend Christmas with all 4 grandparents who are alive and well...I feel extremely blessed! After our meal I provided the entertainment and sang by the tree (what a gracious audience).
Toasting with Grandma Joan
Aunt Jan, Grandma Rosy and Mom
With my 2 handsome Grandpas!
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