We had a wonderful Christmas. Due to all of Larry's recent driving, we didn't end up making any treks out of town and enjoyed having our niece Kelli spend Christmas with us. Her friend Victor also joined us for Christmas Eve dinner and it was a lot of fun for our family having them here. It's hard to believe Christmas Break is over and it has been very challenging the last couple of mornings getting everyone up and out the door in time for school. On a sidenote, if anyone is looking for a fun board game we got Who, What, Where. We played it a ton and it's a blast!
The tradition of Christmas Eve jammies lives on. I was warned by the two oldest that they were not interested in Christmasy pajamas--you know the kind that button up the front. However, if I did want to get them athletic shorts and tees, they'd be cool with that. The other 3 still got the festive pjs. This is probably Corbin's last year before graduating to the style of the big brothers. He did try making his more 'cool' by pushing up the sleeves. Whatever works?!
In honor of the BYU bowl game win, the gang models their new BYU gear from Grandma Hawkes, with the exception of Chloe who wasn't willing to change out of her Princess dress--even though her Y shirt was pink.
This was an 'all girl' Christmas for Chloe...princesses, pink satin & tulle, & magic fairy wands. I admit I was loving it just as much.
Of course it was also an 'all boy' Christmas for Caleb...dart guns, cap guns, & army guys. Not quite as 'precious' for me watching Caleb shoot everything in sight with darts. It was also startling to be awakened from my much needed naps by the sound of cap gunfire! That dang Santa. Even though I am not into guns like Caleb, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the joy he was having playing with all of them.
Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture of the macho army guy taking refuge in the princess castle being served from pretty pink teacups by a lovely princess.
Thirteen Years ago Chase was born and Carter was almost turning two. Ten years ago they were willing to dress up and pose like this for a birthday photo.
Wow, how time flies. Here they are now-- both teenagers. Both with bigger feet and hands than me. No longer mistaken for me when they answer the phone. No longer able to get math homework assistance from me. Not the slightest bit interested in lightsabers, or action figures for birthday presents. Both are amazing sons and big brothers. I am recognizing that the time I will have them living with me in my home is rapidly decreasing. They are turning from little boys into men. I love them. I am extremely proud of them. I cherish every memory we have made together. Thanks for all that you have taught me. I love being your mom.
