Sunday, January 1, 2012

Christmas 2011

We had a wonderful Christmas spent with both families. Delicious food, great gifts, fun games and fellowship made our weekend memorable. I have decided that Christmas as a kid was all about fun and Christmas as a mom is all about work :) My joy now comes from watching my children's excitement and the work was well worth it. I also really valued the time we shared as a family and with our extended families. Our New Year's weekend has been spent putting away our new gifts and taking down the Christmas decor. Ethan even decided to build a shelving unit in the basement to get organized. We are excited for a fresh start and are looking forward to 2012 and all that it brings!

Setting up Noah's train table


I think Daddy enjoyed it too.


It's hard to keep the train on the tracks sometimes.


I think they will both be spending hours with this new toy.


"Da da, choo choo."

The piles of goodies


Pillow pets were a big hit!


Noah loves his bear.


Strawberry Shortcake brings a big smile!

A mini American Girl doll


Noah mastered the skill of opening a gift without help.


Anderson Christmas

His very own sauna towel, a true Anderson boy

Sauna time
Paul's surprise North Face jacket


Crim Christmas-everyone piles on Uncle Andrew

Noah snuggles with his buddy

Christmas morning-nothing but smiles


Sadie gives her new rocking chair a try.

G&G Crim gave all the grandkids their own rocker.

We love our new rockers

Perfect for coloring

"I'm ready for a sauna!"
"Time for a drink."




       


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