Christmas Overview

 

This Christmas season went by way too fast.  While we understand the true meaning, and why we celebrate because of the birth of Jesus Christ, right now it is so fun to see how excited our children are at Christmas.  Yes, I want them to grow up understanding and believing in the real meaning of Christmas.  However, right now, seeing their eyes light up over presents and the enjoyment that comes from it is what I love seeing.  Joe and I have truly been blessed with two, healthy, amazing sons.  With our hopes and goals to extend our family, we know that with the two we have, we have been amazingly blessed and we could not have hoped for two better children.  We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, and you have a happy new year.  2015 was a rough year, and we are very eager to see what 2016 brings!  

Grandma Betty's Christmas

Our last Christmas was with Grandma Betty with the whole family at her house.  While not everyone was able to attend, we enjoyed seeing all of the cousins, catching up, and watching the kids play.  Seeing how proud Dad and Shari were of their grandchildren there warmed my heart because I know how much the kids mean to them. 

Christmas with Papa and She-She

Our next Christmas was with my dad and Shari.  Grandma Betty ended up joining us, too!  While the adults relaxed with a few beverages, the kids enjoyed playing with the new toys in the playroom.  It was a win-win for everyone :) 

They love to be naked haha!

Beau had helped She-She make Christmas cookies and he was so proud of it too!

Christmas With Nana and Den-Den

 Christmas with my mom and Dennis was really relaxing and enjoyable for all.  We had a great time relaxing, laughing, and obviously chasing the kids around!

Christmas Eve with Grandpa Scott and Grandma Chelle

We spend Christmas Even morning/afternoon with Joe's family.  It was fun to see both boys excited about presents this year.  Baine is getting to the age where he just wants to play with Beau, and play with the same toys.  While Baine is excited about this, Beau is still learning to share :)

 On Christmas Day, Michelle's side of the family came for Christmas.  Beau loved playing with Sarah and having all of her attention :)

Beau LOVED his new ball

Traditional Christmas Eve Pictures

Every Christmas Eve, we try to take a "Christmas Pajama" picture.  As you can tell, this year was a little more challenging since Baine does not like to sit still and is constantly "on the go".  After MANY attempts, I think we got a winner! :)

Our "WINNING" picture :)

Sitting on the  chair didn't last long...

Baine thought the presents tasted good apparently.

Of course, the had a mini wrestling session while trying to take photos

Look at that grin :)

Beau did not want Baine to see the camera

2015 Christmas Card

Getting the perfect photo for our Christmas card this year was a little more challenging than we planned. However, the final product made it well worth the time, tears, and possible spankings :)