The Flanagan Family: Christmas Eve

      We spent the morning and afternoon preparing for Christmas. I had to run around to a few places and pick up a few last minute stocking stuffers. I was also able to get away for a pedicure with my bestfriend Allison. I was so happy to be able to spend time with her and get a nice treat for myself. I hurried home and finished wrapping and cleaning to prepare for Christmas.
     Later that afternoon we met our dear friends Ben and Candice at Taco Mac for a late lunch and gift exchange. They have become such important people to JR and I, and we were so happy to spend the time with them. Caden and Aiden often get mistaken for twins these days!
     After lunch we all headed to Noonday Baptist for the Christmas Eve service. The service was just beautiful from the music to the message to how we took the Lord's Supper. My family was able to pray and take the Lord's Supper together. Grayson was able to participate in his first Lord's Supper this year since he asked Jesus to be his savior. This year more than others I just kept thanking the Lord for giving us such a precious gift. Maybe because I just have two little baby boys and I could not imagine giving him to others who honestly are not deserving.
    Gresham tradition is that we all gather at my parents house Christmas Eve for dinner and cookie decorating. This year we were blessed to have The Thorntons join us along with my sister's boyfriend Bill. It was such a fun night spent with family and friends as we prepared to celebrate Jesus' Birthday!