Christmas with the VanderLugt's was at the Raredon's this year. With 11 grandbabies and and 10 adults, it's simply a lot of people (and specifically, a lot of rambunctious kids) to fit into a house that was built anytime in the 19xx's -- by that I mean a time when wide open spaces in a house was not as prized as it is today. Thus, the Raredon's open main floor and large, fun basement was perfect this year for the VLugt Christmas.
It's always a little crazy, a little wild, a little loud. This year, we even got a visit from Santa! (PS. We own a Santa (and Mrs. Claus) suit so if you ever need to borrow one in the future, let me know!) Jack got dressed up and snuck around outside the house Ho! Ho! Ho!-ing and it was a hoot. The kids were giggling, peaking out the windows, smiling, chanting, chasing, and having a great time with Santa.
For the Ploegs, Ty thought Santa was great and wanted him to come back; Sam wasn't much of a fan. Win some, lose some. Overall, it was a wonderful Christmas celebration: great food (bacon wrapped flank steak, ham balls, buffalo chicken dip, pizza, and more sweet treats than we could make a dent in), happy kids, fun memories, and generally healthy kids. Thankful for another year with family.
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| Me & Ashley Joy |
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| The oldest 3 grandbabies: Caleb, Ashley & Will |
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| Happy Lucas, Momma, & Tyler |
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| Kids looking for Santa |
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| Josh & Ty sharing the ukulele (with Lukie looking on) |
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