Our job for Christmas Day was to provide a Special Breakfast for the Guests (maybe up to about 35 people) and then to come to house at lunchtime to help serve and prepare the special Christmas Luncheon. Another family had taken on the job of providing the meal, but they were not able to come and serve so this was a perfect introduction for us.
Between my mother and I, we brought three pans of Pioneer Women's Cinnamon Rolls, 2 pans of Mom's Famous Pecan Rolls, and a box of Panera Scones. Normally, the guests dine on cereal and toast for breakfast (a take and go option), but wanted to bring in something fun for Christmas Morning. It was fun to think that they were eating the same breakfast treats my family was having that day.
When we arrived on Christmas Day to begin preparation for the luncheon, the staff was so friendly and helpful. Within no time, Miss A and Nana were setting up the tables with adorable Candy Cane Reindeer, Miss M and Mr C were getting the food in oven, and P and my Dad were carving the meat for the meal. There was a little something for everyone to do. We had poor Miss A wear a mask since she'd had a cough for few days!
We had such fun getting the Christmas Meal all ready for the residents and loved the chance to talk with a few of the Moms and Dads that are staying at the Rainbow House. What a blessing this House is for these parents. It is one less thing to worry about during a stressful season of life.
We've already decided we are going back next year for Christmas Day and this time we are bringing the meal too! I think the girls and Nana have some ideas for some Christmas Table Decorations we want to make, the boys are thinking they might have to invest in a smoker so we too can bring a smoked Turkey, and I'm just grateful that God has blessed me with three healthy kids that can serve in this way.
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