Dream, Believe, Imagine: Lots of Pictures

I don't have any projects to share today, but have some photos from our Christmas. Unfortunately and sadly, my Grandfather passed away on Christmas Day. He was 97 years old! I am so grateful that I was able to go out and spend some time with him and the rest of the family and that I was able to tell him goodbye.

Poor Maddy, she looked so darn cute in her dress, but when she is just learning how to crawl, the dress made it SO hard on her. Christmas night I stripped her down to her diaper and let her play for quite a while. She loved it!

Peyton was definitely into gifts this year. There wasn't a pause between gifts either. He made out quite well and is still LOVING all his new toys. Look...he has pants on! ;)

We were able to spend a lot of time with family. Here is my mom and niece with Peyton and Maddy.

Here is Chris's side of the family, his parents and brothers.

And of course, what would Christmas be without a little of this...

Yep....gotta love the meltdowns!

I have lots more pictures to share as well as some fun projects so check back soon!

I am thankful for:

30. For patience, not mine (cause I lack it) but patience others have for me.
29. Games, they are a great way to spend time with family!
28. Four seasons, they all have things I love about them.
27. My quiet time in the morning before the kids get up.
26. That my children love to spend time at their Grandparents and Great Grandparents.
25. A washer and drier. I couldn't imagine going to a laundry mat.
24. A hobby - crafting is my outlet and I am thankful for it.
23. I feel truly blessed for the in-laws I have. I enjoy spending time with them all.
22. A husband that wants to be involved and active in his children's lives.
21, Medical bills - that means we are able to give Maddy the medical care she needs.
20. That my children enjoy playing together and making each other laugh.
19. The support of my family.
18. The ability to meet up with on-line friends.
17. That we have a vehicle that handles well in the snow and for Chris's excellent driving in such conditions.
16. Hot Tomales
15. Small towns.
14. That Chris has a good job.
13. That Maddy still takes naps.
12. My super sweet kiddos who ran and got their blankets for me when I was on the ground with a migraine unable to move.
11. The morning snuggles I get almost every morning with both kids.
10. That mt children love each other and are not afraid to show it.
9. Coffee
8. My mom and having a great relationship with her.
7. Healthy children.
6. My on-line friends who inspire me!
5. My netbook and internet - often its my life line!
4. Peyton likes to learn and loves school.
3. Grandparents and Great Grandparents who want to be involved in my children, husband and my life.
2. A nice warm home to stay in during the cold cold days.
1. The ability to hear my children laugh.

6 comments:

Suzanne said...: Ohmygosh! Maddy's dress is gorgeous! But yea, I can see how it would inhibit crawling. LOL Kayla, I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather. :-(; December 28, 2009 at 3:25 AM
Kristie said...: Crawling in a dress, such a challenge! Sorry about your loss~; December 28, 2009 at 5:53 AM
Glynis said...: Sorry to hear about your loss. Maddy is such a cutie in that dress. I get the crawling thing, I have a 7 month old as well!; December 28, 2009 at 2:32 PM
Mara Campbell said...: Great photos Kayla!! You got some really great ones of your family. Looks like you had a great holiday. Thanks for all your sweet words on my blog, Happy new Year!; December 28, 2009 at 6:56 PM
She's a Color Queen said...: Wonderful photos!!!; December 30, 2009 at 8:08 AM
gottaluvboyz said...: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather, Kayla. Hope you guys had a wonderful holiday otherwise. Love Maddy's dress!; December 30, 2009 at 9:18 AM

Sunday, December 27, 2009

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