Saturday was the ward Christmas Party. It was during the day this time, which we thought was a little different. In the flyer's for the party it said there would be a special surprise. We all assumed it was Santa Clause, who graces us with his presence at every ward Christmas party. Well this year something else gave Santa some competition. The party started off in the cultural hall with a spaghetti lunch and some socializing. They then directed us outside toward the Ramada. 
They had 8 tons of snow pumped out on the grass area while we were all inside eating. The kids and adults had a blast. I think the men had more fun 
than the kids did. I know that Ben wasn't making friends that day. I just kept hearing people yell 
his name, and then could hear him laughing. I was holding Sophia, so I had to stay out of range after getting pelted a few times. The kids had a blast, especially since they didn't have to deal with freezing temperatures! Then to add the cherry to the whole occasion Santa came riding in on a firetruck. His costume was the worst Santa costume I have ever seen, but fortunately the kids didn't notice. Aubrie did ask us why Santa had a pillow stuffed under his shirt. YIKES!! After the ward party the family just chilled at home and I finished up some Christmas Shopping. I found a great Nativity Set at Kirkland's for a steal of a deal, so I bought one for each of my sister-in-laws that have a home of their own. We draw names in Ben's family, but I couldn't resist the deal. I love spoiling people when I get the chance! Last night we had the Frandsens over for some pizza and hanging out! It was a fun day. Aubrie stayed up late and made Snowflakes with me while with Ben and I and watched old family videos.
Here is a picture of Sophia's newest favorite past time thanks to Aubrie's creativeness! That's one way to get the floors clean!LOL
