Christmas 2010

I am a little behind on posting, and out of order. But oh well, I wanted to save our Christmas memories anyway!!

This Christmas was a lot of fun because Addyson and Braden could actually participate!! They had a great time!! And we were actually able to take a decent family picture!! Can you believe that all 4 of us are looking at the camera and looking happy???

Here is our Christmas tree this year. Last year the kids were barely getting around so they didn't bother it, and this year they were old enough to understand not to touch. There were a couple reminders necessary and they did manage to get caught pulling off ornaments and throwing them as far as they could once. Good thing I put all the breakable ornaments out of reach!!

Sitting on the boxes was one of their favorite things to do!

Before we opened presents we managed to squeeze in some play time. They both love climbing all over Ryan. But Braden especially lives for wrestling time with daddy.

Here is Braden running as fast as he can with his puppy.

Do you see Addyson's thumb still attached to her mouth?? We are starting to work on their 2 year molars. What fun!!!

And finally, some presents!!

Addyson liked ripping off the paper. Braden wasn't sure he should make such a big mess. One of his favorite parts of presents was getting to pick up all the pieces of paper and throw them in the trash. This boy loves to make things all clean, tidy, and organized. A boy after my own heart!!

These are Mr. and Mrs. Potato Heads. I couldn't resist them, but now that there are lots of eyes, ears, shoes, and lips all over the floor I'm not sure what I was thinking.

This is by far Braden's favorite gift. A truck and trailer with 2 horses inside. He can hook them up himself and fit all of his other animals and cars in the trailer too. He was so excited as you can see in the next few pictures!

 And every boy needs a hammer and a tool bench.

Addyson got some fun things too. She likes clothes and since she's getting too tall for her pants that was a good option for her!

We did stockings for the first time in our family. We all had fun digging things out of them. Addyson and Braden learned to use their sippy cups with straws and are very proud of themselves!! And they got a few fun snacks too.

We had a great time celebrating together. It is amazing what a difference a year makes!! The artificial tree didn't grow but our 2 babies have grown up so much. We loved spending Christmas with them and teaching them about Jesus' love and why we celebrate. It was precious to hear them point out Jesus in the pictures and say his name. What a great opportunity we have to celebrate God's wonderful gifts!!