Mariah Carey was spotted by photographers when she visited Aspen, CO on Christmas eve, December 24, 2009. Mariah Carey was photographed while bonding with her dog, Mariah is obviously very happy.

In related news, Mariah Carey threw a party for underprivileged kids of Colorado, NY Daily News is reporting. Mariah Carey rented out the Colorado's Aspen Recreation Center for hours at $1000 an hour. The kids enjoyed a day of wall climbing, swimming and ice-skating and were provided entertainment by magicians and storytellers.

Mariah Carey: "Merry Christmas"

Dog: "Arf, arf"

Mariah Carey: "Merry Christmas again.."

Dog: "Arf, arf again.."