Christmas at Shivonne's

 
Shivonne was up early on Christmas morning, waiting for family to arrive.

All negative!

Anna gave the second best present: a tiny Patagonia jacket.

Okie and Winnie received dog toys from Costco.

Winnie was more interested in Okie's other toys.

She was mostly content to stay outside most of the day.

Will received a chipping net for Christmas, so we gave it a try.

Before eating we went on a two mile walk,

first heading south on the Westside Beltline toward West End. 

Mary-Clayton's mother Regina joined us, since Tom was on call at the hospital. The Gilberts had celebrated Christmas last Sunday, and with Regina's side of the family on Christmas Eve. 

M received new pants for Christmas,

and promptly put them on for the walk.

Interesting art on the bridges.

Looking northeast across I-20 loom downtown buildings in the distance.

M added the outer pastry layer.

M used the new wireless meat thermometer he got for Christmas to monitor the beef wellington. baked to perfection, the meat tender and juicy.

As usual, the meal was delicious. Beef Wellington, roasted potatoes, sweet potatoes, and onions, kale salad, green beans and potatoes, baguette, cheeses and crackers, and an angel cook cake custard dessert.