I just love December and looking back on these photos just reminds me of what a great month it really was. We had a #lighttheworld challenge to post on social media who reminds you of Christ. Well these cute kiddos do - the are quick to forgive and friendly to everyone. I am grateful I get to learn from them on a daily basis.
Griffin had his 5 year well checkup and when asked what his favorite food was, he responded "macarons!" in a French accent. It was priceless.
We took the kids up into the mountains for a train ride - we had hot chocolate and talked with Santa. It was a fun ride and grateful we made it despite the snowy roads getting up there.
Our ward Christmas party this year was a breakfast. The kids loved the cinnamon rolls, crafts, and talking to Santa.
After the breakfast we headed downtown to the Giving Machine. We had fun picking out pigs, chickens, water pumps, etc to help local and international charities. It was a neat experience to have them nearby this year!
That evening we had our neighborhood Christmas party. Horse rides, crafts, cookies, and Santa. Fun and busy day!!
Ryan and I had a temple date in the morning of his day off. I could get use to that!
Jaxson worked hard and presented his passion project at school. Good job buddy!
Griffin's preschool sang at a nearby memory care facility. He was a cute wiseman.
Ryan and I enjoyed the EOG Christmas party - always fun to dress up and go out for a bit.
Opening mail - super exciting!! Thanks Guhgoh and Papa for sending the kids packages!
Griffin got to be Joseph this time in his preschool play … handsome man!
Jaxson's last official day of scouts. It is primary activities for next year!
We helped at Avery's 2nd grade school party - gingerbread house building!
Christmas Sunday. It was a beautiful meeting and we enjoyed having our neighbor Denise & Jaxson's teacher, Mrs. Maloney, there to join us.
20 week baby bump.
We found out we are having a boy!! Avery was pretty devastated until we gave her all the blue balloons, then she was ok.
We took the kids to the last Star Wars on Christmas Eve --- it was so good!
Christmas Eve appetizer dinner, games, and new pajamas!
Christmas morning - Avery was the best at showing excitement over gifts.
Griffin loved his dress up clothes.
A new watch for Jaxson.
Love these kids that call me Momma. It was so fun watching them open gifts and show excitement over them.
Avery's fav -- bath bombs!
Hulk smash gloves. Perfect for this boy who loves Hulk.
Hopefully I don't regret buying these fun popper guns.
We did various activities during the Christmas break … one of the kids favorite is always Chuck E Cheese. Griffin loves skee ball.
Shooting the clowns teeth.
Daddy & Jaxson always rock the "Down the Clown" game. Lucky for us we get 200 tickets each time we get a high school. Win win!
One of the days we went swimming at the Parker Rec Center.
Jaxson was the row boat and Griffin was the passenger.
I thought it was cute how Jaxson made Griffin all warm after swimming.
Our new favorite toy? The Nintendo Switch - hours of fun and we all enjoy it!
Our sweet Jaxson turned 10 over the break. He is a sweet boy with a tender heart and we are grateful he is in our family!
Ryan took Jaxson and Avery downtown to tour the Denver mint. Jaxson loved his Nutella French toast at the breakfast spot "Syrup" afterwards.
He loved his gifts from us.
The kids spent some of the day taking apart an old computer … hopefully some learning was involved.
We finished off his birthday at Texas Roadhouse for dinner. Happy birthday Jaxson!
We spent New Years Eve at a friends house playing games and eating food. The kids loved the balloon drop!
We played a bit of Nintendo before we counted down (EST) to midnight … glad we were in bed by 10:45!
Lastly, this sweet girl lost her other front top tooth and is now sporting a toothless grin. I guess if they don't grow in by next December, she can ask Santa for them.
