Christmas Eve

It is tradition that we go to my mom and dads house on Christmas Eve and have a nice dinner and open gifts. Of course my children got SPOILED. Kasen's favorite gift from Las Vegas g-mas and g-pas was this big dragon castle. He was so excited and had the biggest smile on his face. He couldn't believe that those elves read his letter and told g-ma what he wanted. :) Avery's favorite gift was a cash register. It was so cute she said, "This is what I've always wanted." My grandma was supposed to be able to join us but she ended up with an infection and the rehab center would not release her. We finished up quicker than normal and went to visit her. We had a great time! Thanks g-ma and g-pa for all of the wonderful gifts!

Scooters Auntie LaResa got the kids. As soon as they opened them they had to go outside and give them a try!

3 months and all Smiles

On December 23rd Kamden turned 3 months old. Kamden is just full of smiles. He is such a good baby and we have all just really enjoyed the time we get to spend with him. He has reached many milestones in such little time.

* laughs out loud

* coos and says ah-goo

* squeals in delight

* has found his hands and enjoys sucking on them

* smiles

* rolls over one way

* bears weight on his legs when held

*recognizes mommy and daddy's voice

* loves to watch his brother and sister

Although Kamden can do many things , he absolutely HATES his stomach. I try each day to give tummy time and that is pretty much the only time he cries. He is now wearing 3-6 month clothes and is in size 2 diapers. Kam has such a sweet spirit and and is growing up to fast for me. I love the infant stage and wish they would stay in it a little longer. You are such a cutie and we love you very much Kamden!

Letters to Santa

We FINALLY got our letters sent to Santa! Our post office puts this huge mailbox out front for the kids to drop their letters. (Avery looks like she is mad and crying, but the sun was just in her eyes)

SANTA

Conservatory - Christmas

We took the kids to the Conservatory at the Bellagio hotel and casino. It was amazing! They did a Christmas theme and everything is made out of flowers and seeds. The kids loved it!

Polar Express

Instead of just a Christmas Party with a ton of junk food, I do a Polar Express party. I have the kids come dressed in their pajamas. I give them their ticket a few days prior and I set our classroom chairs up like train seating. Mr. Severts a third grede teacher dresses up as our conductor and punches the kids tickets. He does a great job. Thanks Greg! We watch the movie and have reindeer crunch and hot cocoa.

Tis the Season

December started off crazy as usual. Between the kids concerts, school activities, shopping, x-mas cards etc., December seems to fly right by. Avery had a ballet performance which was just adorable. She danced to Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and did a really good job. She told me she just loved to be on that stage.

The next evening Kasen had his winter concert at school. He sang 3 songs. Kasen is notorious for knowing all of the words to the songs but standing on the stage and doing nothing. This year was different. He sang and did all of the actions. Being his teacher I got front row seats which was nice. Unlike Avery, he told me he doesn't like all those people staring at him. Kasen did a great job!