Lots of Christmas Fun

It seems there was always something fun to do as a family this month. We were able to do some traditional activities--Chandler's Christmas school music program, gingerbread house decorating, neighborhood food drive, looking at Christmas lights, ice skating outside, Larry H. Miller Family Sing Along downtown, Temple Square, and Christmas tree shopping.  We missed out on a trip to see Santa-but did get a letter sent to the North Pole. Things seemed to be more fun everywhere we went if there were goodies to eat and hot chocolate to drink. We also were able to squeeze in a fun Hoopes Cousin party and a trip to see Zoo Lights. It was all busy, but incredibly fun. I am grateful for the time we had to spend together as a family and with our family and friends. What a blessing to be surrounded by so many fantastic people! It has been a great season.

Can you find him? The cute one in the back.

Watson got to put the star on top this year.

Headed to the Arena downtown for the Sing Along.

Settled in for some good music together.

Chandler is happy because he got 3 donuts!

Love the lights and reflection pool.

The licking didn't happen until the very end of the house's life.

Watson wanted to ride this train really bad.

Always on the move.

A B C D E F G....Christmas is here, Yippee!!

Christmas Eve was spent together with Grandma Nettie, cousins and aunts and uncles. We ate yummy food and relaxed together until it was time to go home. The boys looked so cute together in their new pj's. Both boys were thrilled with gifts from Nana, Santa, and us. Chandler repeatedly thanked us. Watson couldn't wait to try everything, especially Dad and Brother's helicopters.

Our New Arrival

After years of Chandler asking, and Scott asking, and me thinking, we added a new member to our family. Yes, we got a dog. His name is Sparky. He is a West Highland Terrier, aka, a Westie. We got him from a family in Logan. He is a year and a half and very playful. Chandler loves to snuggle with him on the couch and have him close at night. Watson loves to run around the house while Sparky chases. I think he is cute, cute, cute. It has definitely been an adjustment for me--thinking about what he needs and when, but it's worth it. The timing was great, just in time for Christmas. We love our little Sparky.

Happy Birthday to Him!

December started off quick with Scott's birthday. He got to spend the morning with his buddies at his fav-o-rite place in Orem, Callie's Cafe. After a bit of time at work we had a special dinner and ended the celebration with homemade German Chocolate cupcakes, another Scott favorite. Watson helped blow out the candles, open the presents, and eat the candy. I'm so grateful to know and love Scott. He is amazing in so many ways, always ready to help anyone in need. He is the best father I know and loves to do anything and everything with his boys. Happy Birthday Honey!