We were so excited to attend our Grandchildren's Christmas programs yesterday and today. Grandson N is in Kindergarten and Grandprincess E is in preschool. We so enjoyed being a part of both events. 
Here we are all ready to begin decorating Christmas cookies.
N can't take his eyes off those tasty creations!
It was wonderful to hear them sing all four verses of "Joy to the World" and then take turns reciting the Christmas story from Luke 2. Their little minds are so sharp and isn't it the best to have them learning God's Word early on?
N's teacher then took pictures of each child with their family. It was so neat to be included.
Grandprincess E asked Nana to help her make her holly wreath at her Christmas party.
They also sang "Jingle Bells" for us - Baby B got right in there, ringing the bells with gusto! 
Then it was time for snacks and treats.
In between the two program days, Harv and I spent an afternoon just bumbering around Seattle, poking our heads into antique shops, garden shops and taking in the wonders of Pike Street Market at Christmas. Of course I'd left my camera in the car so I can't share the wonderful Christmas bouquets so beautifully composed of evergreens, winter berrys, holly and brightly coloured dried flowers.
Here we are all ready to begin decorating Christmas cookies.
N can't take his eyes off those tasty creations!
It was wonderful to hear them sing all four verses of "Joy to the World" and then take turns reciting the Christmas story from Luke 2. Their little minds are so sharp and isn't it the best to have them learning God's Word early on?
N's teacher then took pictures of each child with their family. It was so neat to be included.
Grandprincess E asked Nana to help her make her holly wreath at her Christmas party.
They also sang "Jingle Bells" for us - Baby B got right in there, ringing the bells with gusto! 
The children showed us how well they too, knew the events of the first Christmas as their teacher used the flannelgraph to illustrate the story.
Then it was time for snacks and treats. Baby B once again took an active part.
My, that boy can eat! Anything and everything!
In between the two program days, Harv and I spent an afternoon just bumbering around Seattle, poking our heads into antique shops, garden shops and taking in the wonders of Pike Street Market at Christmas. Of course I'd left my camera in the car so I can't share the wonderful Christmas bouquets so beautifully composed of evergreens, winter berrys, holly and brightly coloured dried flowers. The handmade jewellry, hats, craft items and clothing on display there show such imagination. I also found a spice shop where I bought freshly ground star anise - that ingredient so essential to our Mennonite Christmas baking.
Tomorrow our daughter and her family arrive from Saskatchewan. We can hardly wait!
I'm quite sure there will be no time for blogging until after they leave so I'll wish all of you a
Blessed and happy Christmas
and a New Year
filled with
Peace and Joy.
4 comments:
Kids and Christmas, just make Christmas much more special. I am glad that you had the chance to see their programs.
Sometimes it's nice to spend "separate" time with the families, isn't it? So special that you could get in on the little ones' programs! Wishing you a wonderful time with your guests now.
So neat that you could be part of your grands Christmas activities...even if they live several hours away! Grandson N looks so familiar...like your boys of a few decades ago.
Thanks for your Christmas greetings! May you nad your family have a most blessed and joyous Christmas together.
How nice that you could attend your grands programs. It means so much to them. We did the same this week and it was fun. Sounds like you enjoyed the city together too. I know you will enjoy your full house this next week. Say hi to all. Kathy
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