Holiday Cheer!

The holidays are upon us whether we are ready for them or not. Every year at our house Christmas takes on a different look and this year is no exception. With a 10 month old boy in the house, who is on the verge of walking, the decorating has been down scaled a bit. So far, the tree is still standing and no decorations have been broke (knock on wood). All in all, Kelden has faired pretty well. Check back in soon for some new November posts. Here's a glimpse into the month so far...

Kelden is in the "seek to destroy" phase. Once a drawer has been completely emptied or a closet destroyed boredom sets in so he quickly moves onto to a new area. Most of the time, the 15 min. of contentment far outweighs the mess which is being created.

Our family tradition of receiving a new ornament every year on the night we decorate the Christmas tree is creating a bit of a problem...our tree is getting too small! The tradition will continue as the kids look forward to what significant event of the year mom will choose to be represented in everyone's new ornament.

Hailey has always been "Our Sunshine". Since birth we have sung "You are My Sunshine" to her. This year she has been our light in the midst of some trying times. Thank you Hailey for your positive attitude, your wisdom and your smile, which warms our heart.

Keagan received a personalized boy holding a clarinet. This is Keagan's first year participating in band. He has done an excellent job maintaining good grades and has a natural musical ability. Great job Son!

Bethany had 2 really big things happen in 2010...starting Kindergarten and becoming a BIG sister! I chose to honor the second significant event. Bethany's nurturing and motherly personality has contributed to her deep desire to want to be a BIG sister. Bethany we are so proud of you for making Kelden such a special part of your life. He is blessed to have you as his BIG sister.

Kelden enjoyed the box and stringing out the paper confetti all over the floor then his shiny Baby's First Christmas ornament.

All boy! Kelden helping Daddy to replace the light bulbs.

Bethany was a HUGE help in getting all the ornaments on the tree this year.

"See Mommy. I fly like the rein deers!"

Sweet moments while watching, Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

"Watcha doing boys?"

Keagans favorite part of Christmas...getting on the roof. One of these days I just know he is going to fall.

Daddy damage control. Brian is known in our house as the "treat snatcher". The kids have tried hiding their goodies and writing their names on baggies, but daddy still finds them. You would think after the countless tears that we would not still have this problem, but we do. After Halloween, Brian ate Bethany's pretzel sticks from Auntie Casey. Of course he felt terrible. So, Brian being the wonderful dad that he is purchased all the supplies to make new ones with Bethany.

Bethany felt very special and has graciously shared them all with the family.

Family is what makes the Holiday Season so very special and uniquely different every year!