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Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 11:44AM

You know it's Christmas when the blingy reindeer appears

I didn't want Christmas week to slip away without telling you about our first family Christmas.

Of two.

That being, last Friday night when we all gathered -- fourteen of us, total -- and celebrated both Christmas and our Melly's sixteenth birthday.

Melly reacts with wonder to her marvelous birthday cake

But I see that I have allowed Christmas week to melt away and now it's Christmas Eve and you'll all be busy with your families and aren't likely to see this until after actual Christmas has come and gone.

As my mother used to say: That's all right.

A promise is a promise, and I do remember saying that I would memorialize this event for you.

All the festivities that we could bear

So let's get started.

Everyone began arriving on Friday in the mid afternoon -- oh wait. Andrew and Brittany and Ember got in on Thursday night, and dropped by for an hour or so, before going to stay with Chad and Erica.

I had no room in the inn because Stephanie and her family would. be occupying our two guest rooms.

We had a full house

Andrew had promised to do some work on Audrey's car, to save her some money, and he would be getting up with the birds on Friday to accomplish that task.

On Friday I began cooking our Christmas dinner, which consisted of turkey breast, ham, sweet potato casserole, corn casserole, green bean casserole, pretzel salad, mashed potatoes, homemade cranberry sauce, mince pie, and pumpkin pie.

Also there was a pistachio cake made by our Brittany, and of course Melanie's birthday cake, supplied by Joel and Stephanie.

What's Christmas without a car repair

If anyone ever leaves my table hungry, it's because they were all, my body, my choice.

As I started to say earlier, everyone began arriving in the mid afternoon. We'd set a time of six o'clock for dinner, so there was plenty of time to settle in and have conversations.

I'd worked hard on my Christmas tablescape but had stopped short of laying plates. Stephanie and the children did the honors.

Dollar store clear plates held down the Merry Christmas napkins

With some squeezing -- and a handy card table, and the use of every portable chair in the house -- we can seat all fourteen. Cozy.

Chad and Erica had gotten their wires crossed and thought dinner would be served at six thirty, but we knew they'd get there eventually so we started without them.

Everybody tucked in to all the goodies and then Cherica did show up and got their plates, and there was lots of laughter and it gets pretty loud at our house but that's okay.

The turkey breast awaits carving

The plan was to have presents directly after dinner and then to troop back to the table for dessert, coffee, and the birthday party.

It gets a mite chaotic in our TV room during presents ... all fourteen people, baby Ember trotting around this year, boxes and bags and tissue paper flying.

I don't really like my new pencil tree. It's more pencil than tree. But there were lots of presents.

Andrew brought some of the gifts in from under the tree in the front room, but they wouldn't all fit so we began opening presents, knowing that he'd go fetch the rest when we were ready.

We start out having one person at a time open a gift, with hopes that it doesn't devolve into a melee and then nobody sees what anyone else got.

I like to see people open what TG and I gave them. Mostly to make sure I didn't leave a gift or gifts unwrapped and shoved under a bed or something.

The Dickensian lamppost backs up the blingy reindeer

The orderly approach works pretty well for a while, but at some point people's curiosity gets the best of them and they start tearing into the gifts that have been placed at their feet.

At any rate the whole process took about an hour, and then I said that Stephanoel and Brandrew still needed to get all the stuff out of their stockings.

Ember, on her front porch, with a Christmas dress. Photo courtesy Brittany Weber.

Each year I hang four enormous stockings -- one for each of our children. These suckers are three feet long and I pack them full of stuff.

There are all kinds of things included: pictures and candy and socks and what have you. Just fun things to have.

So that took at least fifteen additional minutes while the two families who would not be with us on Christmas Day, had seen and touched and opened every gift bought for them by those of us who will be here, while they are there.

Dagny, by the Cracker Barrel fireplace, with a reindeer.

"There" being Knoxville for Andrew and Brittany and Baby Ember, and Pennsylvania for Stephanie, Joel, Melanie, Allissa, and little Andrew.

At long last it was done and everyone was laughing and carrying on, and we began talking about going upstairs and me starting the coffee and cutting into those pies and celebrating Melanie's birthday.

Melanie waited for the moment when her candles were set ablaze

But first, Chad spoke up. All he got out was We have an announcement ... and from the look on our Erica's pretty glowing face, we knew what it was.

I don't remember what Chad said next but it was language that confirmed the news of a baby being on the way.

We sang Happy Birthday to you, and her smile was brighter than the candles

Such rejoicing ensued, I think you would have been impressed, had you been a fly on the wall.

Andrew let out a reasonable facsimile of the rebel yell. Everyone was hollering and leaping up to embrace the new mother.

They're out! Let's eat this cake!

(She is not a mother-to-be. She is a mother. She is the mother of the baby -- not the baby-to-be -- that, all things proceeding apace as planned, will be born in the summer.)

Many tears of joy flowed; if there was a dry eye, I did not see it.

Chad and Erica were married in May of 2018. For some time, they have been ready to start a family, and truth be told, we were becoming a trifle anxious about it.

Mince pie is my favorite. Not many share my obsession.

But God answered prayer and now we can say that something truly wonderful happened in 2020, and look forward with rapt anticipation to the birth of a precious new baby in 2021.

That entire scene ran its course and, buoyed by joy and happiness like no other, we assembled once more at the table to eat sweets and resume loud talking and laughing.

All things were made ready

The children's eyes were bright and Melanie was ecstatic as we lit candles and sang to her and she discovered what was in the boxes and bags that had been set aside for her birthday.

Far from being exhausting, it was all very inspiring. But in due time the ones who were going to other houses to sleep, departed.

We who would slumber beneath our roof, eventually toddled off to bed as well.

Merry Christmas to all, and God bless us every one

What a wonderful day it was. A completely happy day. One we will never forget.

Stephanie's family headed back to North Carolina before noon on Saturday. Brittany and Andrew and Baby Ember stayed over and went to church with us on Sunday morning.

I made all my darlings who were present, pose for one last picture in the church parking lot.

Smiles of joy and gratitude

And now, today, on Christmas Eve, there will be six assembling for our traditional buffet. Well -- seven, counting Baby Porter. Which we do.

I've made the spicy cranberry meatballs, and two kinds of cheese ball, and a chocolate pecan pie, and a cherry pie with a lattice top. I made three loaves of banana nut bread, but those are for the households of three neighbors.

TG will trot the loaves to their respective doorsteps today, and greet said neighbors and wish them a Merry Christmas, and will no doubt return home with something tasty they've sent to us.

Let it be Christmas everywhere

Today I am making cranberry-apple tartlets and deviled eggs and pastry stars (Dagny last week asked if she could have one of the stars atop my mince pie, giving me the idea of cutting stars out of pastry and decorating them, just for her), and a Santa hat pie, which I hope goes well.

Audrey and Erica will be bringing other goodies.

Tomorrow there is an entirely different menu. I promise you, we will eat well.

Brittany's pistachio cake

And I hope you do too. I hope and I pray that each of my friends in blog land, whom I cherish, and others who may be reading, will enjoy all of the warmth and love your heart could desire this Christmas.

May as much happy news come your way, and as many delectable treats and satisfying meals, and as stunning an array of lovely gifts, as you could ever dream of having.

Because you are special. Not just to me -- although certainly to me -- but to many others, some of whom you may not even realize are looking to you throughout the year for encouragement, and for affirmation of good and happy things.

Whatever comes, may we be true to the vision of what we know to be just and right.

And that is all for now.

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Happy Thursday :: Merry Christmas Eve

Jennifer |

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Reader Comments (19)

Oh, Jenny---What a wonderful, newsy post full of delightful things about your family and Christmas. I love that Melanie is so excited about her cake and glad that you give her separate birthday presents aside from Christmas present opening time.
Congrats on the new baby coming along. My son and his wife waited 7 years (and went through several miscarriages) before they had a healthy baby boy...and he is 8 now and pure joy.
God bless you and. your sweet family. Merry Christmas, Jenny! xo xo xo Diana

December 24, 2020 |

NanaDiana

Beautiful family gathering Jenny! Merry Christmas to you and your family and Happy Birthday to sweet Melanie!

December 24, 2020 |

Jeanette

Oh and congratulations on the new grandbaby to be! How exciting for all!

December 24, 2020 |

Jeanette

@Diana ... Oh I can't imagine waiting so long for a baby! I never had any kind of trouble in that department. I admit I was starting to feel panicky about Erica, but as we've established, there was no need because here we are, expecting a precious little one! I am so happy for your son and your d-i-l and for you, that you have that sweet eight-year-old grandson after so much waiting. And yes, we always keep the birthday separate from Christmas, although it's a mighty fine line, hahahaha! Merry Christmas to you and may all happy joyous coziness be yours! xoxo

@Jeanette ... Thanks for stopping by and thanks for the good wishes! Yes there's lots to look forward to. Merry Christmas to you and yours. xoxo

December 24, 2020 |

Jennifer

There could not be a better time to announce the coming of a baby! What wonderful news! Your family and home are so beautiful. And this CAKE, oh my, it is glorious! I think my favorite is the gorgeous golden lampstand and bejeweled deer. Merry Chrisymas, my new friend!

December 24, 2020 |

Ginny Hartzler

@Ginny ... I agree! It was the best present of all, learning of the new baby. Thank you for the kind words and WOW was that cake ever good! It was more than just a pretty face! I saw that lamppost at Hobby Lobby several years ago and could not resist its beauty. I have enjoyed it so much. That blingy reindeer beckoned to me from a shelf at Walmart in a similar manner, hahaha! Merry Christmas to you and yours! xoxo

December 24, 2020 |

Jennifer

Eeeeek! I'm so excited! Although I knew what was coming in this post, I still got goosebumps and teary eyed. It's such wonderful news, and yes - Erica is a Mother right now.
Such a fun family celebration. It's hard to believe it gets noisy though. You are so quiet and calm - they must get that from TG. :)
Happy Birthday to sweet Melanie! I enjoyed the pics of her, sweet little Ember, Dagny and the family pics too.
We are having a quiet Christmas Eve here. We had a really nice candlelight service at church, and are now watching A Christmas Carol. Tomorrow Laura and family are coming for dinner, then we are bringing supper to Heather and Andrew - they will be visiting Cassie in the NICU earlier in the day. We're hoping she may come home early next week.
Merry Christmas to all the Webers. You are special to me as well. Love you!

December 24, 2020 |

Mari

@Mari ... well I know you know what we're going through, what fun and what excitement! And yes of course, I am a sphinx. Hahahahaha nope! I'm so glad you're calling the new baby Cassie. I think that is so cute and I know that as such, it suits her perfectly. Have a wonderful Christmas with your family and know that you and yours are important to us, and in our prayers. We love you! xoxo

December 24, 2020 |

Jennifer

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!! -clapping hands- Ohhhhhh, wonderful.....!!!!!
So happy for them!!!! For you too, of course, but especially for them. -biggggg smile- A brand new baby!

Sooooo... Let's see..... Where were we? -smile-

Your photos, your decorations, your food, your home... Superb, as usual. Your family, adorable... Your "Grands," adorable as well.

You _do_ know how to "Throw A Pahhhhhhty" my Dear!!!!!!!

Keep enjoying! As I know you will...

Love and Joy...
And thank you for being my Blogging Friend...
And gentle hugs...
Mari-Nanci
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December 25, 2020 |

Mari-Nanci

You have certainly been a busy lady...and now it's all over because I'm sitting here on Christmas night. Congratulations on a sweet new baby coming into the family...the very best of Christmas gifts I'm sure. We were blessed to be able to spend our Christmas day as usual with son, DIL, and two grands present for Christmas breakfast and gift unwrapping. Always so much fun...and such a blessing to my heart. I sat and wrote a blog post tonight about my "after Christmas" feelings. I'm always rather emotional after it's all over...sad and happy all at the same time. Oh well...Christmas 2021 will be here before we know it. Time does seem to fly! Merry Christmas, dear lady, and may we all be blessed with a much better New Year.

December 25, 2020 |

Cheri

@Mari-Nanci ... Thank you my friend! We are overjoyed. I don't know if I know HOW to throw a pahhhhty but I certainly do find myself in the middle of lots of them! We had fun but I'm so glad it's over. Hope you're staying warm and cozy up there at the North Pole, Haaahaaha xoxo

@Cheri ... Christmas breakfast ... could there be two any cozier words in the English language? That just sounds divine. I like that you had a small, intimate group of your loves and that it was successful, but best of all that it's over for another year, hahahaha! I have always "had enough" of Christmas festivities at precisely the right moment. But such wonderful things to look forward to in the new year, which -- I agree -- MUST be better than 2020. Please God, help us. xoxo

December 26, 2020 |

Jennifer

Hello,
Happy Christmas and what a wonderful time and wonderful news.
I am new to your blog. I enjoyed your post.. I will be back.
:-)
Carla

December 28, 2020 |

Carla TePaske

Lovely, lovely Christmas! Your food sounds delicious and the joy of being together! I loved your decorations...Happy 2021!

December 28, 2020 |

Gayla

@Carla ... welcome and I hope so! Happy New Year! xoxo

@Gayla ... Thank you! It was pretty great but I'm glad it's over. Hahahaha xoxo

December 30, 2020 |

Jennifer

Ah, you Weber's - what can I say that hasn't already. I was so taken with the photo's of Melanie,Dagny and Ember. Happy Birthday girl looks SO happy as she should. You have the sweetest family! I was at Britt's Christmas; the greats were so excited about Santa. And, each said "this is the best Christmas ever". Did my heart good. Britt made two breakfast casseroles;she's turned into a really good cook (I might add she doesn't get that from me lol)

Congratulations on another grandchild on the way! :)

I hope 2021 will be good for y'all, and all of us.
xoxo

January 1, 2021 |

sally

Oh the sweetness of family gathering for celebrations big and small - you had BIG celebrations on this evening. Happy 16th to Melanie. Once again, the cake is beautiful as is the birthday girl. I rejoice with you at Erica and Chad's wonderful news. How exciting to look forward to a birth in 2021. Your food, the sweets but mostly the time spent together is very special. I'm reading your post on New Year's Day and wanted to say Happy 2021 to you and your family. I send you hugs and all good wishes from Colorado. Barb

January 1, 2021 |

Barb

@Sally ... WOW what a treat to hear from you! Sounds like your Christmas was wonderful, breakfast casseroles and all! Good for Britt. Can't wait to hear about all the news of your brood. Happy New Year, friend! xoxo

@Barb ... Happy New Year to you my friend! Your Christmas card from me was returned to me yesterday, undeliverable as addressed. I really thought I'd nailed down your address after the message board debacle. Guess not. I'll shoot you a picture of it in an email so you can tell me where I went wrong! Meanwhile I hope your and Bob's Christmas was cozy and bright. I'll drop by your blog soon and see what I've missed. Hugs and good wishes right back to you! xoxo

January 3, 2021 |

Jennifer

Jenny, I thought of you today and also had the thought that you would have a beautiful Christmas post to read and see. I was not disappointed. You are absolutely stunning, more beautiful than ever. Your family pictures are wonderful. I enjoyed reading about each group. You are a talented lady with pen and pictures. You are blessed to have such a lovely family. Best regards to you and well wishes for a wonderful new year. Sharon

January 4, 2021 |

Sharon

@Sharon ... My FRIEND! How I love you and the memory of our friendship. You are like a Christmas gift, belated but no less beloved! Thank you so much for thinking of me, and for your sweet comments! I hope your family are well and that you and John are poised to have a fabulous year. I'll be in touch via email. xoxo

January 5, 2021 |

Jennifer

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