Christmas

Another Christmas has passed us and as always, we had a great holiday. The kids really embraced Santa and was excited about him bringing them presents and filling their stockings. On Christmas Eve, Zach was convinced that Santa was not coming. He explained to us, numerous times, that one of the elves had a cough and Santa had to stay at the North Pole to take care of him. Because of this he did not want to make cookies for Santa or put out carrots for the reindeer. Later that night, Zach came down with croup and we sat in a steamy bathroom helping him breathe. In the middle of the night on Christmas night, it was Hannah. So.. needless to say.. that was not a fun part of the holiday yet seems fitting after the year we have had. Christmas day itself was nice so we are left with some great memories.

Here are some pictures from our holiday season...

The kids on the carousel at our towns "Winter Wonderland" celebration


Meeting Mr. and Mrs. Claus. While in line, Zach insisted that he would not be speaking to Santa or taking a picture. When it came to be our turn.. this is what happened...






Hannah had her first chance to ride on a horse and she LOVED it


Hannah and I making cookies for Santa (yes, I used break and bakes... don't judge.. it was a busy day!)


Hannah putting out carrots for the reindeer




Hannah putting the cookies out for Santa. This picture makes me laugh... as she was walking the plate over to the table.. one of the cookies fell... I told her she could eat it. Then she wanted to eat them all. I told her she couldn't and this was the face I got


Digging into their stockings on Christmas morning


After opening presents, having breakfast and playing with toys for awhile, we drove over the hill to Nana's house (my mom) for more presents and Christmas dinner.

Zach helping Nana make gravy


Zachary having an after dinner nap with Uncle Brian (and yes.. they were both really asleep. In fact, there was snoring)