We hit the ground running with lots of fun activities. We made gingerbread houses with the cousins, hit our favorite restaurants, had a big Bunko party with friends and family, sang Christmas carols and had treats with neighbors and friends, went to the Nutcracker Ballet, got some last minute Christmas shopping done, played lots of games, enjoyed a super yummy Christmas Eve Dinner with extended family and even managed to squeeze in 30 minutes of Lord of the Rings. I really wanted to watch the whole trilogy but by the time we sat down to watch it I fell fast asleep.
Christmas morning
Kaity was super excited about her Leapster 2 and games
The brothers modeling new shirts
A new Christmas book!
Raclette on Christmas Day
Kaitlyn really enjoyed catching up with her cousins.
The whole family, even great grandma was there from Oregon.
It was great to spend time with Markham's family. We don't get to see them that often. Markham's mom was amazing. She cooked, baked and grocery shopped almost constantly. We were a big group and there were quite a few times when we were just the base. Add neighbors, friends, extended family and it was sometimes around 50+ It was an impressive example of organization, stamina and the desire to provide all of us a wonderful time. Mission accomplished.
We hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas as well. I failed to send out Christmas cards this year. I lost track of time and then I had no time to do them. Thanks to all our friends and family who sent beautiful pictures and letters. They were fun to come home to.
We wish you a Happy 2011!!
We hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas as well. I failed to send out Christmas cards this year. I lost track of time and then I had no time to do them. Thanks to all our friends and family who sent beautiful pictures and letters. They were fun to come home to.
We wish you a Happy 2011!!
3 comments:
I had a feeling today would be BLOG day! I was right!! :) We soooo loved seeing your adorable family! Miss you all already! Maybe the boys and I will head up your way next! Love to you all!! Jen
I am glad you guys had such a great Christmas. I am still so bummed we missed seeing you, but it was a good call, Carson ended up having Bronchitis. I am sure you would not have appreciated us sharing that little treat! Love you guys and hope to see you soon!
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