Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Christmas Morning
Each year we get the girls a "big gift" and several small ones. This year the girls decided they wanted new comforters, pretty pillows, and fun things for their walls. I was very happy with this because I love shopping for these things.
Kev and I caved in and let them open the comforters Christmas Eve. They were both very happy and rushed right to bed.
On Christmas morning the girls opened gifts from mom and dad, grandma Donna and Grandpa Tom, Grandpa Jim and Grandma Ann, and last but not least Santa. They received so many great gifts, I don't even know where to begin and would attempt to name them all, but I know I would forget something wonderful. I included some pics of the girls opening gifts. They were so sweet this year. They actually sat and watched each other open. In years past they just ripped things open and then looked later at eachothers things. This year they slowed down and really enjoyed their gifts, it was really nice.
Once we wrapped up opening gifts Scott,Christine and the kiddos phoned and said they were on the way to visit. We then began making Christmas breakfast. When they arrived we had breakfast, played with all the kiddos for a bit, opened up presents and then played some more. It was wonderful. I wish I had pictures, but I was busy running back and forth cooking Christmas dinner, so I was not able to get any. However Christine was able to get some great pics and has posted them on her blog.
Girls opening bedspreads on Chritmas Eve
Christmas morning
Christmas morning
Kev and I caved in and let them open the comforters Christmas Eve. They were both very happy and rushed right to bed.
On Christmas morning the girls opened gifts from mom and dad, grandma Donna and Grandpa Tom, Grandpa Jim and Grandma Ann, and last but not least Santa. They received so many great gifts, I don't even know where to begin and would attempt to name them all, but I know I would forget something wonderful. I included some pics of the girls opening gifts. They were so sweet this year. They actually sat and watched each other open. In years past they just ripped things open and then looked later at eachothers things. This year they slowed down and really enjoyed their gifts, it was really nice.
Once we wrapped up opening gifts Scott,Christine and the kiddos phoned and said they were on the way to visit. We then began making Christmas breakfast. When they arrived we had breakfast, played with all the kiddos for a bit, opened up presents and then played some more. It was wonderful. I wish I had pictures, but I was busy running back and forth cooking Christmas dinner, so I was not able to get any. However Christine was able to get some great pics and has posted them on her blog.
Girls opening bedspreads on Chritmas Eve
Christmas morning
Christmas morning
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve was moved to our home this year because my grandpa recently had a hospital stay so rather than invade their house, we just had everyone here. I must say I really enjoyed myself. Every room of the house (and I mean EVERY) was filled with family. Kids running everywhere, laughter and hugs filled the air.
My grandmother gives all the "little kiddos" presents. Let me tell you that is a site to see. A room full of little ones waiting patiently as you pass out everyones present. They all sit in a big circle and wait til each "cousin" has a present and then someone tells them to "GO". The next thing you know there is wrapping paper flying through the air. It is so sweet, crazy, and nuts....and I LOVE IT!!!!
The Adults do a gift exchange as well, however we do it men grouped together, and women grouped together. Everyone draws a number and then we start picking presents. Basically you DO NOT want to be number 1 because you definatly are NOT getting the gift you picked. It is basically "Rob your neighbor" the ideal situation is to get the last number. Which this year I was lUCKY enough to get. I was sooo happy because every year my grandmother puts one of her Christmas nativities in the present pile and EVERY year I have it for about a minute and someone takes it....well not this year :) Yep, I have NO Shame, I took it from my lil cousin (sorry Danielle). So I will be proudly displaying this year round. I consider it a VERY valuable item, one that my grandmother has had for years and I absolutly cannot put it in the attic, I just love it way to much. Kev ended up with some sort of ax thingy (it looks like a potential murder weapon). Needless to say, it has been taken to the garage for safe keeping. lol
To all of the family in Arizona, we MISS you all sooo much and hope to see you all this summer. We wish we could have spent some time with you this holiday season.
Christmas Eve pics of my grandpa with some of the gals
The kiddos opening gifts
Ladies gift exchange.
My grandmother gives all the "little kiddos" presents. Let me tell you that is a site to see. A room full of little ones waiting patiently as you pass out everyones present. They all sit in a big circle and wait til each "cousin" has a present and then someone tells them to "GO". The next thing you know there is wrapping paper flying through the air. It is so sweet, crazy, and nuts....and I LOVE IT!!!!
The Adults do a gift exchange as well, however we do it men grouped together, and women grouped together. Everyone draws a number and then we start picking presents. Basically you DO NOT want to be number 1 because you definatly are NOT getting the gift you picked. It is basically "Rob your neighbor" the ideal situation is to get the last number. Which this year I was lUCKY enough to get. I was sooo happy because every year my grandmother puts one of her Christmas nativities in the present pile and EVERY year I have it for about a minute and someone takes it....well not this year :) Yep, I have NO Shame, I took it from my lil cousin (sorry Danielle). So I will be proudly displaying this year round. I consider it a VERY valuable item, one that my grandmother has had for years and I absolutly cannot put it in the attic, I just love it way to much. Kev ended up with some sort of ax thingy (it looks like a potential murder weapon). Needless to say, it has been taken to the garage for safe keeping. lol
To all of the family in Arizona, we MISS you all sooo much and hope to see you all this summer. We wish we could have spent some time with you this holiday season.
Christmas Eve pics of my grandpa with some of the gals
The kiddos opening gifts
Ladies gift exchange.
Taryn Dance recital
Taryn and her group of gals danced to Selena Gomez Winter Wonderland. They did a great job. I am so proud of how great Taryn did with her routine. It was relatively complex and she pulled it off wonderfully.
Pics of both girls together.
Pics of both girls together.
Abbi Dance Recital
After Months of long, hard practice Abbi had her Winter dance recital. She did a really great job and we are so proud of her. Her dance was set to the tune of Jingle Bell Rock.....I know I am very very partial but she did a super job!!!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
BUSY BUSY BUSY
OK, So I know, I have been horrible with keeping this blog updated. It just seems that at the end of the day when things are winding down, I either put the girls to bed and crash....or run out the door to work.
So I will give you a rundown of what we have been doing that has kept us so busy. Dance, Gymnastics, IMSA Fusion, Christmas programs, and a very active social life. These girls are soooo busy its nuts. I dont think I have sat down with my hubby and had some one on one time in over a month.....we have yet to have an anniversary dinner.
We also had the pleasure of going to silver dollar city with our Neighbors a couple weekends ago. We had a great time, however the girls favorite thing was the hollywood wax museum. It was pretty neat.
In the interest of time, I will throw up some pics of girls for everyone to enjoy.
Hope everyone is well. Lots of love to you all.
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