Christmas Eve!

Once everyone's bags, presents, alcohol and other sundries were packed into the car, Grannie collected and SatNav set, we were on our way to visit my sister and her family for Christmas. Normally we go down for boxing day but this year, with two small children in the house, they invited us for the whole event.

We arrived in Sheffield during Daniel's nap time so we formed an orderly queue for cuddles with Emily. Once Daniel was awake, Uncle G put his best childminding skills to use and entertained him with silly games, silly noises and lots of giggles. By bedtime Daniel should have been quietening down but there was a fun game of peakaboo with his fold out tunnel first.

During one of the quieter moments Grannie enjoyed a cuddle with her Great Granddaughter.

Some Christmas traditions such as tomato soup and fresh bread on Christmas Eve still remain even in a different house.