A Grand Brunch

A few days after Christmas, we gathered together with the extended Johns family for the annual brunch at the Grand America. It is always a treat.

Getting a picture with Granna

After brunch, we walked through the hotel to see their fun Christmas window displays. The theme this year was countries around the world. 

The kids loved the windows outside the toy shop

There were many beautiful Christmas trees around the hotel as well

We enjoyed seeing the giant gingerbread house

Johns "Christmas Morning"

The next morning brought lots of surprises - the first one being Einstein's new predicament! Looks like he was playing with Grandpop's slinky.

Sammy in the doll sleigh

Beth's present wrapping was very adorable and creative!

Nora decorated a present as well

Opening presents!

Sam loves books!

Sammy and his lollipop

Blue tongue!

The girls got some fun presents from Beth and Reece, including magic wands filled with glitter and eye-glasses straws!

Trying out the funny straws. They sure got a kick out of these!

Sam was fascinated by the magic wands

Cousins at the piano

Nora got a little kit with three blank books. She just couldn't wait to get started on them!

Einstein found the M&Ms again...

It was pretty snowy!