The Nativity & Christmas Eve

We spent Christmas Eve with Alan's family this year. All the grandkids acted out the nativity and were super cute. It was pretty short and sweet but fun to watch. There are 14 grandkids and only 3 of them are boys so there's lots of little girls around there.

Our cute little innkeeper and wiseman. Christmas Jammies!

Seeing the Lights

Different Phases and Different Ages

Adalynn's thinking: "Who is this guy and what's he looking at?"

"Is he scary? Is he not? I can't tell. What is his basic problem staring at me like that?"

"Okay definately not okay, I am not okay! Help!"

Preslie said; "Mom Santa isn't mean to me no more. He not scare me no more! Santa's nice!"

Abigale said; "I know that's not the real Santa. It's just someone that dresses up and pretends to be Santa."

Friends and Family Fitness Challenge

Alan is heading up a fitness challenge to start on January 1st. Check out his website below and leave a comment for information or questions. There's a cash reward for the winners and lots of people involved to keep you heading towards your goal! Good luck-may the best man or "wo"man win...

http://bigalfitnesschallenge.blogspot.com/

A Turban or a Beehive hair-do?

Who really knows?

But at least they had fun building it together!

BALD IS BEAUTIFUL

Dear mom,

I was thinking of you tonight. I know when you look in the mirror sometimes you might not feel beautiful right now. I wanted to tell you what I see when I look at you ...

I see a woman of substance. I see a woman of faith. I see a woman of courage. I see a woman that's not letting cancer define her. I see a woman of strength. I see a woman of inner beauty that exceeds the outer beauty. I see a mother that sets a good example for her children of how to press forward. I see a woman that's smiling even though she'd rather cry. I see a woman thats learning again to trust her Heavenly Father. I see a woman who is surrounded by people that love her. I see a woman that's learning the value of service. I see a woman that's beautiful facing a trial with the best attitude possible.

I love you mom and you kow what I decided? Hair is just hair, it has nothing to do with who we are or can become. I want you to know that when I look at you I think you are more beautiful and special than I ever have. You can do this! Love, Danielle

My Favorite Christmas Tradition by far!

I love "The Forgotten Carols." If you've never been you have to see it. Nothing brings in the true spirit of Christmas like this musical. We've seen it most years for as long as I can remember and it continues to be my favorite tradition at Christmas time. The cd is my very favorite Christmas cd ever!!!

As part of our Christmas my parents took us out to a nice dinner and to see the play this week. It was such a nice fun night out with just adults, something to look forward to each year for sure. Even the guys and our sweet non-member friend love it! Thanks mom and dad for the special gift!

Sesame Street Live

Our good friends invited our family to join them for Sesame Street Live at the Maverick center. We got to sit in one of the suites, it was great! Our kids all LOVED the show and we went out to lunch afterwards. Preslie loves Elmo and everytime he came on stage she was waving and screaming "Hi, Elmo" at the top of her lungs, it was cute to watch. We are blessed to have so many great friends, thanks Steadmans for the fun day!

All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth

Happy Nine Months-cute little girl! Her stats:

Weight: 20 lbs. 11 oz. (79%)

Length: 29.25" (94%)

Happy 7th Birthday, Abigale!

Happy, happy birthday! We love you so much and are proud to be your parents. You bring a lot of joy into our home with your funny comments and light-hearted personality. You are a miracle and a treasure! Thank you for your special birthday poses for this photo-shoot.

Meet our newest Addition...

Meet our newest addition...Asses! You heard me right, this is Preslie's doll-and her name is Asses. All day long we hear, "Drink your bottle, Asses. Take a nap, Asses. Go to time out, Asses." You get the idea. She has no idea what this word means but it's all I can do to hold in my laughs and keep a straight face when Asses joins our family activities.

All Tangled Up

We took the girls to see the movie Tangled and it was so cute! A true princess movie that totally entertained the girls. It was fun we went to see it with most of Alan's family. There was a pretty big group of us which made it even more fun for all the cousins. We love going to the movies!

Worth Seeing for Sure!