Well, the Christmas tree is up and Raphael is protecting it so I suppose it's time to get in the holiday spirit. Perhaps the unseasonal weather is making it harder for me to get excited for Christmas this year. Or perhaps it's just the fact I don't really like Christmas. There, I said it. The part of Christmas I love is all the family togetherness and it started with the annual Wankier Christmas party.
We came prepared this year with a song to share. My awesome dad wrote a song about what Christmas means to him. The kids learned the words so they could sing it with him. This is a picture of our first rehersal. I got so emotional. The kids will never forget this song and singing with their gramps.
They did such an amazing job. Hank even sang! That just shows you how much he loves his grandpa. It was such a special addition to the party.
Prior to their song, my dad sang a song he'd written earlier this year about his grandpa Walker. He also sang a song dedicated to loved ones who've passed away. I'm so proud of my dad for having the guts to share his music with all of us. You can feel his sentimental, kind heart in all his songs. I can't wait to do a duet with him.
After the singing, my grandparents spoke to all of us. There aren't two better people in the world. We are so lucky to have them in our lives. They are so generous to provide the food and presents for this party. I can't imagine them ever not being here.
After their tender words, the night took a bit of a turn. Hank provided some comic relief with the dress up heels he found.
I think he may have been enjoying them a little too much. I love this side of my family. We can laugh for hours and hours. It was the perfect way to kick off our holiday festivities.
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