Christmas Pictures

Merry Christmas to all!

It's been a wonderful day...Stephen woke me this morning with a kiss and a soft "Merry Christmas Momma". It put a smile one my face even before my eyes were open. Gifts were exchanged, the living room floor disappeared, and my mom, dad, brother and Ry came over for a breakfast which I must say was marvelous.

Off to Mike's parents and more gifts exchanged. Then it was off to my Gungy's house, and the time spent with family was priceless. We got home and I took a nap. That in itself made for a wonderful day!

To top it all off we found a 40 dollar gift card we thought we lost and I didn't receive a single gift that I didn't absolutely love, but after all the glitz and hoopla, we have to remember that the real and most perfect gift was given in a manger so long ago. That's what this day was all about. The tinsel and lights were nice, but Jesus Christ is the reason for the season and the reason why I smile today.

Happy birthday Jesus!

More Holiday Happenings

This year I said to myself, "self, you're not allowed to busy yourself this season like you did last year. Just enjoy it." So far I've listened to myself. Here are some recent family shots...most are Christmas related, some are just, well, extra.

Indescribable God!

Watch this...Watch this...Watch this...Seriously, put the kids down for a nap, make the time, and watch this from start to finish (I have them in order). It's AWESOME! Share it with everyone you know!

Family Snaps

Stephen hung ornaments for almost 2 whole hours. He had so much fun! Christian hung about 10 in the same spot and was done!

Go Power Ranger in your cool underwear!

Pumpkin Pie!

The sweet and adorable Princess Ryleigh Ward, my wonderful niece. :) This kid gets more and more beautiful every day I tell you!

My brother...well, at least his daughter is cute...

Gungy and Granny...

yes, yes, I know...did I have anything to do with this kid? That's his daddy's guts! What did Mike do, spit that one out?! I've heard it all.

Christian can only stick his tongue out in pictures these days. He thinks he's so funny.

I'm ahead of the game this year! I'm almost already done with my shopping and the tree is up! Way to go! :-)

I'm so looking forward to Christmas. The older the kids get the more fun I seem to have!

So here's what I'm thankful for...Obviously Jesus and my family, but I'm going to make my list a little different this year. Here's the stuff that makes me happy...

*Candles that smell like Christmas.
*My big beautiful Tree.
*My new Christmas CD and my Lionel Richie love songs CD that I found in the attic while I was looking for the Christmas lights.
*Bath and Body Works sweet cinnamon pumpkin body scrub.
*Chocolate
*Pumpkin bread (hint hint)
*my camera
*new clothes
*Burt's Bee's tinted lip shine - it has peppermint oil in it. Yum!
*reading
*My niece Ryleigh makes me so happy!
*movies. I love movies.
*Buying and hiding presents for the boys.
*Bath time...for me - not them...

Hmmmmm...that gives me an idea! I'm off to hit the tub! :)