Christmas Party with My Classes 2009

We had the Christmas party this past weekend with the families from my classes. We held it on Sunday so most of the Daddy's could attend, almost all of them work 6 days a week. A local Christian organization donated El Pollo Loco food, we sang Christmas caroles in English and Spanish, played games, and had a surprise visit from Santa!! A few pictures for you to enjoy. Here I am trying to sing in Spanish. They are laughing at me...

The kids were so happy to see Santa...

One of my youngest babies, Frank, with his Mommy, Daddy, and sister...

Sammy, Matthew, Citlali, and Marco going down the slide...

These ladies helped to organize the party and served the food. They are so compassionate and helpful...

A family who has been in my program for 4 years, since before Paloma was born. A great family.

Arlette has been in my class since she was a toddler. She is smart, articulate, and bi-lingual. I'd like to take credit, but Mommy works with her constantly. I look terrible in this picture...

Miguelito...don't you just wanna kiss his cheeks??

I know I've said it many times, but I really do LOVE my job and adore these families. I am honored on a daily basis to be part of their lives. I hope I teach them as much as they teach me.