Saturday, January 7, 2012

Christmas in Chicago

We spent the first part of our Christmas trip back to the US in Chicago visiting with my Dad and Anna and Jessie and Justin.  It was a packed few days, but we had a great time.  I was so glad that we got to see them all so close to Christmas and exchange gifts.  Anna had made reservations at a couple of our favorite restaurants from "back in the day."  We had wonderful company, yummy meals, and an all around great time!

The kids checking out the presents under the tree
with Pap and Nana the night we arrived
A beautiful bowl that Dad and Anna bought in South Africa for us

Jessie and Justin's bowl had an elephant in it
Lydia opening her princess dress-up kit
The boys opening their lazer tag games....a huge
hit (especially with James and Justin!)
Ethan ready to play!
James opening his present
My Dad wearing the ornaments I brought them as earrings
Lydia checking out the boys' gift
The whole family at one of our favorite places...Tsukasa Japanese Steakhouse
Mommy and Nolan
Nana with Ethan and Lydia
Justin, Jessie, James, and Dad
Our chef for the night
Ethan, Nana, and Nolan
Lydia posing like the picture
Me, Justin, Jess, and Dad at Bob Chinn's (another favorite). 
Check out the rolls...the best garlic rolls EVER!
Ethan and Daddy
Nana and Nolan
Lydia and Mommy
Deliciousness!
Lydia enjoying her ice cream with Pap

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