Testing Out Those Christmas P.J.’s

So We Don’t Forget - Our Top 5 of 2011

1.  The birth of our sweet baby Bennet
2.  Hayden’s second birthday
3.  Our awesome visitors this year
4.  Hayden’s first day of preschool
5.  Our trips throughout North Carolina, Florida and Illinois

A Special Visit with Santa

Our neighborhood fundraiser for the National Guard and their families was a huge success again this year. We had a great time catching up with some friends in the neighborhood and watching everyone play games.  Santa arrived in his humvee and Hayden got as equally excited this year to see the big guy coming down the street.  We weren’t quite sure how the boys would do on Santa’s lap, but they both did quite well.  What’s amazing is that it marked the third year in a row that no one cried, which is wonderful considering their ages. It was a great morning and the boys are now fast asleep, worn out from all of the excitement.

  

Our 2011 Christmas Tree

Lots and Lots of Teeth

Bennet has been teething for the past couple of months and his teeth seem to all be coming through at the same time.  I was finally able to get a picture where we could actually see them.  I took this last night of Bennet having a great time splashing around in the bath tub.  What a sweetie! 

A Christmas Wish.....Bells

One of Hayden's favorite Christmas movies is The Polar Express. It's become an instant classic, and we watch it a lot this time of year. Whenever we ask him what he wants for Christmas, he always answers with an enthusiastic, "Bells." It couldn't be more sweet. Here's a fun Christmas video to get you all inspired during this magical time of year.
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Thanksgiving 2011

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year in sunny Florida.  The weather was great, so our two little fish went swimming a lot and really enjoyed the warm water.  Both boys love the pool and it’s great to watch them splash around and play.  Bryan and my Dad tried something new this year with grilling our turkey, and I must say, we were very impressed.  It was kind of fun to switch it up a bit.  Overall, it was great to see everyone again, and the four of us have so much to be thankful for this year with our amazing family and friends.  We are very blessed!