Annual Christmas Party

It's that time of year that the Annual Christmas Party took place here at the Hasseman House. It's always a great event for the whole family, and this year was no exception!



We started a new tradition a few years ago where the kids buy for another child that is going to be at the party. Then they do their exchange with kids only. It's fun to see how excited the kids get to receive AND give! After the kids get done with their exchange, the chaos continues. I love this pic below of Phil and Logan!



Then we head upstairs to do the "adult only" gift exchange. It truly has become a tradition like no other! We do a dirty santa where you can steal from each other. Fun stuff! I think Stacy Drennen was the "big" winner this year!



As some of you know John Lonsberry was home for a break from Afghanistan. We were lucky to have him home for this event...and he left the next day to head back. We were so glad he was able to attend...and the kids were too!



I will be the first to admit that I was not yet in the holiday spirit before this event. But it's a great way to kick off the season. As I look at the smiling faces at our friends, I am ready to celebrate this season.





Happy Holidays to all of you!