Christmas Time

Warning: More pictures than anyone would like to see (unless you are in them)

Daddy and William waiting for the big moment!

the view from upstairs... Santa came!

This is my favorite picture of the day. After he opened his much anticipated army outfit he ran around the house playing out adventures and acting tough!

Then Juney woke up!!! Even though she had little clue to what was going on, she enjoyed the paper and excitement!

Then we rallied the troops, resurrected the baby Claus dress and headed over to Grandma and Grandpa's house to finish the festivities...

We were met with the COUSINS and a white stuffed tiger...?

Posey eating the wrapping remnants

Grandpa's lap

after all the presents, Abbey decides to play with the tinsel. Simple pleasures.

Uncle Aaron reading William a rescue book Marianne bought him.

Caroline with no makeup looking perfection... it's not fair!

Aaron and Victoria

Again, more photogenic than me with a full face of make-up. Maybe it's not a matter of being photogenic at this point... hmmm?

Don't ask. We started to get a little loopy after 3 hours of opening presents, a box of Trader Joe's chocolates and the starter log flames.

As a final Christmas tribute, I just want to say thank you to Grandma Vicki for making this Christmas so much fun and memorable. She always puts so much time and thought into the food, the gifts, the decor, the spirit of Christmas. Thanks for making this holiday a memory for my children and me! We love you!