Christmas 2008!

This year was a very difficult year for Christmas time. It just didn't matter what I did, I couldn't get into the Christmas spirit. Christmas morning has now come and gone and I am no further along in enjoying the glorious holiday and the spirit of Christmas due to feeling like I'm running in thousands of directions. I worked yesterday and I work tomorrow and so I don't even have time to enjoy the simple pleasures of such a wonderful time of year. I did however thoroughly enjoy my family time and look forward to glorious new year. Here are some pictures from Christmas 2008.

This is my nephew, Jaden shoveling the driveway. He was outside several times on Christmas Eve making sure the driveway was safe. My niece, Kylee and nephew, Jaden waiting for Christmas Eve pajamas some what patiently.

Shane opening his Christmas Eve pajamas. It was totally odd to purchase our own this year but still fun to continue the tradition.

Brittnee opening her Christmas Eve pajamas. Yes Brittnee and Shane's pajamas matched.
Jaden and Kylee dressed in their Christmas PJ's.
My favorite Christmas Eve picture. Jaden was given the Dark Knight for his birthday and hadn't watched it yet so we all curled up in front of the TV to watch it. Jaden can be a cuddler and he was cold so he joined me on the floor and we watched Batman together.
Brittnee's gift from Shane, (however come to find out he had hidden a beautiful pearl necklace, bracelet, and earring set at home for me to find)

Shane opening his gifts from Brittnee.

Brittnee and Jaden after opening some really fun gifts.

We wish we could have been with all of the family this year but know that next year will be wonderful because Jared will be back from his mission.