Christmas Eve starts with a recital.

Ella learned several new songs for the group.

Present time!
(...and presents start with Lego.)

Kathy makes sweet signs for Ella and us.

We make our first crown roast of pork.

Merry Christmas, everyone!

The next morning, Ella creeps down the stairs to see what's under the tree.

Wow, Santa's elves must have been busy wrapping all the gifts, per Ella's request.

New earrings.

Christmas dinner - homemade fettuccine.