Christmas Eve

We had a special treat in that J's parents and Meemaw came to Hattiesburg for Christmas Eve. We ate a tasty lunch (sandwiches and chips and dips...let's be honest...it was at our house and I am not much of a cook) and just had a laid back day. Some friends that the Nelsons have known for a long time live in Hburg, so they came over for a little visit as well. We had a nice time and Ella Kate was entertaining as always. We then went to the Christmas Eve service at Heritage. J and I were able to light the Christ candle of the advent wreath and read the scripture. Our sweet pastor wanted Ella Kate to be a part too...this made me nervous. (I don't want to be that pastor's family that everyone talks about with the terrible children, so I wanted her to be on her best behavior. At 18 months old though, you never know what you are going to get) Anyway, Ella Kate was a little angel!!! She even added a little "Amen" at the end of the prayer and said "Light, Light, Light" as J was lighting the candles. Everyone thought she was just precious! It was a beautiful service and a perfect way to celebrate the birth of the King! Thanks Nana, Pop, and Meemaw for making the drive down to celebrate with us!