Christmas Eve Gill Family Fun

On Wednesday, December 24th we had 21 members of the Gill Clan over for dinner. It was a 'simple' meal of Standing Rib Roast, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Asparagus with a browned butter sauce, rolls, a mincemeat pie and a yule log cake for dessert! Jonnie brought oysters and stone crab claws and Scott made homemade smoked mullet dip for us all to snack on before the main meal. Thanks to everyone that helped - it was greatly appreciated. And thanks for your patience - hopefully the meal was worth the wait.

We had a wonderful time. I really enjoed hanging out with everyone even though we were exhausted from the company party the night before.

The dining room / kitchen before the meal


The kids so patiently waiting for dinner...watching Madagascar


Leif playing with his gift from Nana & Papa. I love how his head and the train are all that are still


Avery and Izzy playing in the sand


Avery posing


My attempt at a group picture of the kids. It didn't occur to me that we were missing Katy until today. I also have no idea why this picture looks bluish either. Maybe better next time!


Jenny tried to get a decent pic for my facebook page. I'm not so sure.

Jenny

Anna Banana

Sean probably talking clams :)

Nanny looking all sorts of cutes

Bob, making sure the wine is drinkable....IT WAS! :)

Caryn and Will hanging out waiting for the next phase of dinner preparation

Leif and Jason - Leif just woke up from a nap in the car

Jon Jon is supposed to be taking a picture for his mommy, but I slipped in and snapped one

GG enjoying the conversation