Friday night we ate our roast beast (mom always called it that, like in The Grinch!) dinner complete with figgy pudding (yes, she actually makes the stuff mentioned in the song We Wish You a Merry Christmas - it's more like a bread cake).
Saturday morning we got up and did our stockings, then had the traditional giant homemade cinnamon rolls. This year mom added a full breakfast of eggs, sausage, and bacon to the mix because we weren't eating until later in the day. We then opened presents with Christmas music playing the background, and it snowed all day long (making it seem like Saturday should have been the actual Christmas day!).
The biggest surprise of the weekend was when my mom told me that a bunch of my extended relatives from both sides of the family were coming down for the afternoon/evening to have dinner. What a wonderful surprise to get to see them all and celebrate together! My grandpa Grower, grandma Saile, two uncles, aunt, and two cousins drove through the snow to visit. We had a feast complete with ham, scalloped potatoes, rolls, veggie casserole, and fruit salad, all wonderfully homemade by mom.
After dinner we enjoyed playing games and catching up, and it was a treat to have dad home and off for the weekend. The whole weekend was full of tons of food, games, and relaxing with family.
Sunday morning after attending church together, the five of us drove to the airport. We watched Zack through security before giving a final wave goodbye. It was sad to see him go, but so exciting for him to start his new job. And, I am so thankful that by Zack's car acting up, God showed us that He agreed we all needed the full weekend together :)
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