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Monday, December 29, 2008

Holiday Fun!

Well it has been a nice round-up to end this year! Santa visited our home to drop of some toys for a good little boy and girl. It was our real first Christmas that our kiddos got into it. Kenedy was thrilled to come down the stairs and find that Santa ate her cookies and tomatoes she had set out for him the night before. As she opened each gift, in the middle of opening she would say "I know exactly what this is", and I have always wanted one of these"... she would then continue to unwrap until she actually knew what it was. She is an easy child to please. A few of her favorites this year was: A HUGE stuffed elephant, Kung Fu Panda (the movie), an I-spy quilt made with love from her Grandma Jo, an art easel, and a bunch of blocks she received from her Grandpa (he made them specifically for her). For those of you who know Kenedy she is easily entertained and loves to make her own fun. Lately she finds a large bag and stuffs absolutely everything she can find into it. She then Lugs it to another destinations and reloads those items into a different bag/box. She is such a character and I love to sit and watch her in action.

Giving her Elephant "Lumpy" a huge HUG!!

Taking a break from opening up gifts for a little snack!

Gavin Loving the sword he received, with wrapping paper still attached.

His dump truck that makes lots and lots of sounds.

Sledding with Uncle Andy, who was my work horse. We would haul the kids up the hill, put them into the sled, and then run along side them to make sure they were OK. Only to do it all over again. He is the greatest, and I can't wait for him to have a little boy of his own. He will be a great Dad!!

Gavin gearing up for the next ride!!! Don't touch his goggles or he will get very upset.

The kiddos can't get enough snow time with their Dad!

Don't mind me, I am just chillin here in the back while sis and Dad pull me up the hill.
We enjoyed lots of Christmas parties with friends and family and enjoyed every second we could spend with them. We love our cousins and anytime we go anywhere the question is: Will Bo and Rylee be there? Or Jackson and Easton? We are so grateful to be surrounded by such wonderful people and to be blessed with all that we have. Hopefully next year can even slightly compare to how GRAND this year has already been.
I will have to post some better pics. when I can get them from my sis. She got lots of fabulous shot with her new camera!!

5 comments:

Alison said...

awww looks like so much fun! don't you just love christmas with the little ones? we loved seeing you guys, hope to see you again soon!

Megan Andersen said...

I miss spending the Holidays with all of you guys! Glad to hear how magical it was for your babies!! Sledding looks like it was a blast too...I agree...Andy will make an awesome daddy!!! Love you guys.

Megan Andersen said...

Oh My Gosh Ashley!!! I was just vaccuming, & it dawned on me that I saw a baby #3 decal on your blog!! Congrats! I am so excited for your little family...soon to not be so little. Can't wait to follow all the details of this pregnancy with you via blog. Again, I love you guys!!

Heath said...

Tomatoes??? That, I've never heard of! Cute picture of the good little boy and girl. Glad you guys are doing well. WE missed you at the book club hope you can make it to the next one.

Hey, can I get your address so I can send you a (late) Christmas card?

Jeff and Diana said...

I didn't know you were pregnant! what the crap. you and jay are neck and neck! congrats! did you get the cookies i left at jay's for you?