Ian got a pirate kit book and this is his Pirate Face
We've had a great Christmas. We tried to keep gifts and traditions simpler and it really seemed to help us enjoy the time together as a family more. Tuesday we went to Temple Square. We got there pretty early in the evening so there were fewer people and we only stayed for about half an hour or so. It was just right and we left before the kids got too cold or cranky. We then went to the Training Table restaurant and introduced the children to their new favorite food: cheese fries. Wesley and Fiona were in absolute heaven!
Christmas Eve we got the great news that Austin's parents would be able to make it back from Portland after all. They had been caught there in the snow storm that hit over the weekend. All flights had been canceled and we thought we wouldn't be seeing them until the Sunday after Christmas. But Jon's determination and Nadene's patience found them home to celebrate with us. So we went first to Grandma Davis' home for dinner and visiting with the Davis cousins. Then we went to Grandpa and Grandma Dee Nee's to reenact the nativity with Mark and Amberlee's family. Unfortunately, I left my camera in the car and the wind was so strong and cold I decided not to go back out to fetch it. I'm hoping Amberlee or Alli will take pity on me and send me copies of their pics (hint, hint).
Christmas morning came at 8am (I'm sure we're getting close to not being able to sleep in on Christmas morning any more; this is probably one of our last years.) The children had a great time and absolutely LOVED their gifts. Wesley got a garbage truck, Ian a rescue helicopter, Fiona a baby and stroller of her own, and Lydia got a lullaby glowworm (I know she had know idea, but I felt horrible not getting her something.) They also each got a book, candy, and other fun things from us and family.
We had brunch that morning at Tina's house. She is an excellent cook and everything was so yummy. I took my camera in that time, but never took a picture. I just totally dropped the photo-op ball on that one.
We've enjoyed the snow and have spent a lot of time playing games and having fun with the kids.
We hope that all of you have had a wonderful Christmas as well. We are looking forward to celebrating the New Year and Wesley's birthday in the days to come. It seems like this time of year the fun just never ends.
2 comments:
talk about a crazy week! I was on pins and needles the whole day mom and dad drove down to Sacramento. sheesh.
By the way Kel, they were suppose to carry your bumbo chair on the plane with them, but when they decided to drive, no one wanted to hold it on their lap for 10 hours, so I will have to mail it to you. I will, I will...it will just take me settling into Reno before it happens.
Happy to see you had such a great Christmas! We LOVED your gifts Kel. I absolutely adore John's hat and Nick thinks his shirt is genius (of course). Your hat for me came just in time :)
We missed everyone on the holidays!
Next year everyone can celebrate it Reno style!
Kelly! I'm so glad you sent a Christmas card and a link to your blog. You are the WOMAN! How do you do it all? I've been cruising your blog and I love the crocheted hat and sweater. I can't remember if I ever sent you a Christmas card because I was having trouble with your address. I love your little family....and you are the bomb-diggety! BTW, cute hair cut, and cute new baby!
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