Uncle Jesse's 60th Birthday

A Very Mexican Xmas

Christmas Eve 2025

December 21 – 28, 2025

πŸ“ San Diego, California

Uncle Jesse Diaz turns 60 on Christmas Eve. The Paredes-Diaz families. One VRBO. A week of food, games, and memories in San Diego.

60
Years Young
17
Family Members
8
Days Together
3
Generations (4 in Spirit)

Message from Uncle Jesse

Uncle Jesse

A Very Mexican Christmas Awaits!

Family,

This December 24th is a big oneβ€”I'm turning 60! And I'm so grateful that we'll all be together in San Diego to celebrate not only my birthday and Christmas, but also the Mexican culture that has shaped so much of who I am.

So get ready, because we're having a Very Mexican Christmas this year!

We'll have tamales steaming, ceviche chilling, and green mole simmeringβ€”plus enough tequila to keep the singing loud and the stories even louder. We'll break out the Mexican LoterΓ­a cards, and Mexican train dominos and Sis start practicing the Mexican hat dance.

I requested a Mexican Santa to make a special trip from Mexico to surprise us.

And of course, we'll keep one of our most beloved traditions: gathering together on Christmas Eve to watch It's a Wonderful Life, and yes, due to popular demand I will add my narration.

I am especially looking forward to the delicious side dishes the cousins will create and smoking a cigar by the fire at night.

With my Irish half cheering from the sidelines and all of you bringing your own sparkle, I know this will be a celebration full of love, laughter, and memories we'll talk about for years.

Can't wait to see you all for our Muy Mexicana Navidad!

Con mucho cariΓ±o, Uncle Jesse

A Message from Andre

Andre

"Look, we all know I'm the favorite. That's not up for debate. I didn't make the rules, I just happen to benefit from them enormously.

But this week isn't about me β€” it's about Uncle Jesse turning 60. Thank Jesus. Literally. That's what Abi called him."

β€” Andre, PhD (in being the favorite)

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Week Highlights

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Tree Decorating

Dec 24

🍳

Cooking Competition

Dec 24

🎰

Loteria Night

Dec 24

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Mexican Hat Dance

Dec 24

🎬

It's a Wonderful Life

Dec 24

πŸŽ…

Mexican Santa

Dec 24

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Family Picture

Dec 24 (bring santa hats!)

🎁

Secret Santa

Dec 25

🍷

Wine Tour

Dec 27

The Cooking Competition

The cousins battle it out! Each team must prepare a Mexican side dish or appetizer. Uncle Jesse will be shopping for ingredients on December 22ndβ€”be VERY specific about what you need.

  • Has to be made, not bought
  • Has to be Mexican
  • Can be an appetizer or side dish (is there really a difference?)
  • Ingredients requested by Dec 22 shopping day
  • Start planning with your team!

The Teams

Team 1

Jackie
Katie
Tia
Brooke

Team 2

Alex
Matt
Nicholas

Team 3

Andre
Ricky
Sean

What to Bring

Claimed items in green, unclaimed in gold β€” grab one if you can!

Keurig Auntie Adriana
Tree stand Auntie Adriana
Ornament making supplies Aunt Trish
Tree lights Auntie Adriana
Extension cord Brooke
Big ice cube maker Brooke
Mexican Train game Brooke
Brisca cards Auntie Adriana
Loteria + pinto beans Brooke
Meat thermometer Uncle Jesse
Cigars Ricky
Firewood Uncle Jesse
Secret Santa emails Alex
Bluetooth speaker Brooke
Martini shaker TBD
Lime press TBD
Margarita pitchers (2) TBD
Mexican hat TBD
Extra table & chairs TBD
Wine decanter TBD
πŸŽ… Santa Hats (everyone bring one!) ALL