It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

Today was such a fun day! First, we went to church. The Sunday before Christmas is probably my favorite Sunday of the whole year.......that and the primary program! Sacrament meeting was a wonderful medley of songs, talks and musical talent that reminded us about the true meaning of Christmas.

Next, we came home, ate lunch and took naps....the whole house!

Next, we made cookies (which, by the way, are almost gone....because of me.)

Next, we played in the snow

A picture of the family before church

Getting ready to go outside

We are so excited that we are finally getting snow. We have been waiting for the "storm" the weatherman has been predicting. Well, today he got it right!!! Yea for snow!!!

Grandpa and Elley are both watching some kids pull each other on the sled

There should be some type of child labor laws that would protect her....right?

Ward Christmas Party

Last night was our ward Christmas party. The girls made it difficult to really enjoy the night but, it was nice to get out of the house. We had dinner, a musical program put on by members of the ward, and Santa came to visit. Elley was excited for Santa to be there. Earlier in the week, Adam and I took her to the mall to see Santa. She liked him from far away but didn't like getting to close, so , I was surprised that she was excited to see Santa last night. I would tell her that Santa was going to be there and she would say, "ho ho ho! lap, lap." Meaning she was going to sit on his lap. Well, here are a few pictures of that night including the Santa experience.


Molly getting ready to leave

Elley trying to cut in line to see Santa. We were the last ones to see him so you can imagine how impatient she was getting.

This is Elley's new friend she made while standing in line.

And this is my poor child who wants to get away from this scary man named Santa. All Mommy wanted was one picture.

Molly Overload

Here are some recent pictures of Molly. She has been such a good baby. The only time she really cries is if she wants to eat. She sleeps so well, only waking up once a night to eat. Molly is getting big too, wearing clothes her sister wore at 3-6 months. She a tough little thing, which is a good thing with a sister like Elley around. Elley is now VERY helpful and wants to hold Molly all the time. I have to be really careful when I leave the room or turn my back for even a second, as soon as the baby is left unattended Elley is right there ready to hold her. I'm glad now that Elley is showing interest in her sister.

It's Always Fun When Grandpa Comes!

It been so nice having my dad come and stay with us while learning to adjust to two kids. I don't know what I would of done without him. He has been so helpful with both girls. He loves to hold Molly and is so patient with Elley. As you can tell from the picture below, Elley loves her Grandpa. The first thing Elley says in the morning is Grandpa. She'll stand up in her crib and yell "bampa" until he comes to get her. They have this special routine after that. They take Annie (my dad's dog) outside to go to the bathroom, eat breakfast, and then watch cartoons until Mommy and Molly get their lazy bums out of bed.

The other day Elley, Grandpa and I were at the dinner table when my dad gave Elley a cracker. Elley, without any help or reminding said,"thank you bampa!" We made such a big deal about it because it was the first time she put a sentence together like that. Now every time she says thank you she adds the bampa. Today at the store, the clerk handed her the receipt. She took it and said, "thank you bampa."



Elley has this thing for shoes. She always wants to put her shoes on. It's the first thing she asks for after a bath and diaper. It's pretty funny seeing her with only a diaper and shoes.....especially when she wants to wear her boots.
She also likes to put other peoples shoes on. If you come to our house leaving your shoes by the door might not be such a good idea. If she doesn't put them on and wear them around the house, she will bring them to you.
Here she is trying to put on Grandpa's new shoes and Annie making sure she doesn't take them far.

Adam's Family

We were so lucky to have Grandma Pat, Grandpa Dan and Uncle Andrew in town the weekend we blessed Molly. After the blessing, Adam's side of the family came over for a little "get together." We had so much fun eating and playing games that they stayed all day. We love living so close to our family members.

I love you Grandma!!!

Sophie and Mara

Sophie, Uncle Jay and Elley

Molly's Blessing

We had Molly's blessing Thanksgiving weekend when most of both our families were in town. It is amazing how little babies change our lives and really makes us realize what's important. How thankful I am for the Gospel of Jesus Christ in my life and how it blesses my family. I'm thankful that Adam could give his daughter a name and a blessing from her Heavenly Father. What a special day this was, thank you to all who came, especially those who drove for hours to spend this special weekend with us!!!

Thanksgiving

This year we had Thanksgiving at my brother Mark's house. We almost had the whole family in town, but my brother Shaune and his family couldn't make it .....maybe next year? We had a lot of fun, at least I did. Although, at times it was a bit overwhelming for me with a very active toddler and a brand new baby, all in all it was a great weekend.

Hopefully Mark and Jordan feel the same way.....although, at times it was a bit overwhelming with a backed up sewer system and a house full of sick kids, all in all it was a fun weekend. Thanks guys for hosting it at your house!!!
Just after having some of Kerilynn's delicious chocolate pie

To much Turkey???!!!

2 cute little girls....2 delicious rolls

2 of my most favorite people in the world. Thanks for making the long trip...we love and miss you!

Family Time

Here are a few random pictures of the past few weeks.

Talking with Daddy

3 weeks old

Story time with Daddy!

Sisters.
Notice how Elley's PJ's are on backwards. She knows how to unzip them which sometimes results in a removal of the diaper.