The Nativity and The Talent Show

We decided to have the kids put on a play of the nativity on Christmas Eve. We thought it would be a good reminder to all of us of what Christmas is all about and that it would be a great way for the kids to learn all the details of the Christmas story. We decided that Izzy would be Mary, Liam would be Joseph, Peyton would be a wise man, Addy would be an angel, and Finn would be baby Jesus. Peyton declared that he didn't want to be a wise man, but that he would rather be Mickey Mouse, so we compromised for him. We got some sheets and blankets for costumes, to which Addy insisted on adding a purse to. And we used the stick horse for a donkey. The kids took their roles VERY seriously. It was SO cute and so fun. Peyton did an awesome job of giving his gift (beads) to baby Jesus and all the children tried to calm the baby Jesus when he cried. This is definitely a tradition we will continue! After that, we had the kids do a little talent show. Izzy was the ballerina, another role that was taken very seriously. She loved performing for all of us. Addy counted to 10 in spanish, and Liam did some karate stuff. Peyton didn't want to perform, so he just became a photo bomber. ;) It was a WONDERFUL Christmas Eve that was enjoyed by all.