Christmas Party 2008

Had a great time at our Christmas party today! We finished up our Christmas projects and talked about Jesus' Birthday being Christmas day. A fine lesson for the kids :) We also sang a bunch of Chrismtas carols such as Jingle Bells, Here Comes Santa Claus, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus Is Coming to Town, Frosty the Snowman, etc etc etc. We only had three kids cry this year when Santa walked in...but they all three quieted down as the children each took a turn telling Santa what they wanted for Christmas and getting a special treat from him. Grayden's talk had to be the absolute best...he started out by saying, "well, let me see what I want..." and he went on and on about a remote control dinosaur type thing and just when we think he is finished...we ask Grayden..."are you finished, Grayden?" and he answers, "oh no, I have more...." Grayden certainly made Santa Claus grin from ear to ear. What a cutie! And then there is Addy...cried as Santa came in...but wouldn't let him leave when it was time to go. She kept giving him hugs! We then let the kids open their gifts from Brenda and Cindy and loved listening to the squeals of delight. A big thank you to everyone for our gifts (me and Brenda) as well, from the kids. We have a great set of kids this year and we want you to know how much we appreciate each and every one of them! Thanks for giving us such good kids. We want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday! We will resume circle time the week after New's Year's!!!