Once I arrived in Seattle, on the 24th, my sister picked me up, and we made the way to our parents' house.  Shortly after arriving, Dawn, Katherine and my mom came back from church, and were joined by our closests friends.

The rest of the evening was spent consuming wine, food, and laughter.  It was good to see our friends that we had not seen for so long. 

The next day we woke up to find that Santa had been to the house.  Katherine was so excited, and even got the 'Lite Brite' she had so desperately wanted.