On December 18th, we enjoyed Haasnoot Christmas. Shaun's grandmother has hosted this for as long as I've been a party of the family on the 2nd Saturday before Christmas. She opens her home to the 4 kids and their families as well as other family members. There is always delicious food and great conversation and I honestly do look forward to it every year as it is often the only time we see the extended family on that side.

This year was lots of fun as we were introducing William to them. He was unfortunately in a bad way, experiencing some tummy gas, and we felt we spent a lot of time sequestered away in a dark bedroom trying to console him and get him to nap so he could be happy. Such is the life with small children sometimes!

The big kids had a blast. I am so glad they aren't shy! The just play with and talk to anyone.

We didn't get too many pictures.
Patrick just loves the new big fuzzy blanket he got from Karen & Leo. The kids were spoiled again with lots of great things including a blanket each! As well, they got new clothing, books, tickets to our local cinema and tub toys!