A good day was had by all…
even though some of us look a little tired.
Time spent with family we don’t always see,
and food we don’t allow ourselves to eat frequently.
(hello, heartburn… my old foe)
At the end of the day I was more than grateful
for the opportunities we have to be together.
That in itself is a gift.
I hope you spent the day in whatever way rejuvenates your spirit.
To me, it’s what the day is all about.
That.. and a mountain of dirty dishes.
They’re calling me..I hear them.
I'm glad you had such a great day! !! Great pictures. I hope to get mine up later today. Have a great day after getting the dishes done!!!
Wonderful photos to capture memories of the day. The food! Sorry about your heartburn but I would have indulged in all that deliciousness too.
Karen- Happy Day After to you! It looks/sounds like you had a wonderful time with your family. That's what it's really all about, isn't it? Hugs- xo Diana
The perfect home, wonderful food, beautiful people; love was in the air.
I'm so glad.
Oh, the hearburn — I shouldn't have had that last glass of wine.
Love the photos — so cool to see more of your friends and family.
Thanks for sharing your day with us. Is that a death by chocolate trifle I see? I love that stuff.
Heartburn is soooo not fun. Hubby deals with it chronically. Looks like a heart-warming day with loved ones, Karen…. let someone else do the dishes… bleh.
I know they loved you being the host of the family get together. I bet your home smelled so good and was so warm from that big roaring fire. Being with the ones you love is what it's all about. It looked like a wonderful Christmas at your home.
a full house and a full heart (sorry about the burn, tho!)
Looks like a wonderful day with all the right ingredients, family, food, fun and laughter..oh and love!
I'm surprised my dishwasher hasn't gone on strike! But, it's all worth it in the end…even a little heartburn…Gumbo did it for me this year :p
Looks like a fun time was had by all! I left the dishes too! LOL!!!
Merry Christmas, Karen! Everything looks so inviting and everyone looks happy and relaxed…just the way it should be!
Our gathering didn't look quite that organized and peaceful, but it went really well.
By the time I got my MIL's kitchen cleaned up, I was worn to a bloody nub! My feet and back were killing me. It made getting home, into jammies and comfy shoes, so extra nice!
It's just been the four of us and all I think I've done is dishes! lol But it did mean that I was able to spend most of it in my PJ's! ; )
Looks like you guys had a very Merry Christmas! My family all gathered here yesterday and we ate way too much too, so today we are all just hanging out in our pjs and relaxing!
Kat
Merry Christmas to you! That it quite the feast you prepared and even though I didn't cook- I am rather tired too
The tree is gorgeous and everyone looked like they were enjoying themselves!
lol….when I read the post title I thought it said family feud!!..quite the opposite!….wishing you a healthy and happpy new year!
What a wonderful day you had with family and friends! And thanks for sharing your pictures. I love the one of you with your husband and kids. It all went by so fast!
Enjoy your week, I hope it's quiet!
XO,
Jane
If I were there, I would have done your dishes.
It's what I do.
xo
Looks to me like somebody worked very hard on Christmas to make a feast and then, the dishes to go with it. I hope you had some help. There's nothing like family at Christmas (as long as they help clean up)! Loved seeing your beautiful family pictures. It's so fun to take a peek into someones life. The food, the cozy fire, and that fruit punch with ice mold. Fantastic! If I ever get my energy back after Christmas, I'm going to make one of those for our next occasion.