Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Happy Ho, Ho, Ho To You

Each year since Connor was a baby, we go to Lakeline Mall and take a picture with the REAL Santa Claus.  I have never had any problems with the boys crying or being scared.  YEA!

Connor brought Santa a note and Santa said, "Wow you really folded this up for me!" Then he opened it up and read that Connor wanted a remote control helicopter.
 Reid told Santa he was a good boy today and Santa said, "You just started being a good boy today?!?"  Then Santa proceeded to tell him that when he is naughty his toys have to go in time out.  You can see Reid was really watching and listening carefully!
 The stockings were hung by the chimney with care...
 We saw a couple of other Santas.  Not sure if they were the real deal, or just helpers?
 We know this was the real Santa because we saw him on Christmas Eve.  Connor asked him how he was able to sit here and take pictures when he was supposed to be delivering toys.  Santa told him that he was taking a break and his reindeer are really fast so he'd still be able to make it to all the houses. Then Santa told them to go to sleep because he'd be by later.
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As much fun as we're having opening presents and enjoying all that SANTA gave us, we also stop and remember Nanny who went to be with the Lord on Christmas Eve.  She will be greatly missed!

Friday, December 20, 2013

Turkey Day

Since it's nearly Christmas, I thought I'd go ahead and post Thanksgiving! :) 

Connor had a Thanksgiving luncheon with all the kindergartners.  Of course, Reid was right by his side the whole time!
 Even during centers, Ms. Outlaw gave Reid his own computer next to Connor to play on!
We went to College Station with my mom's side of the family and of course, had a great time.  I know I always say this, but the four little boys get along SO well.  We don't get to see them often, but they pick up right where they left off and want to do everything together! 
Reid and William
 Reid pronounces his name Willy-am



 William is giving a speech and Reid thinks he's so funny!
Connor and Sam snuck off to the pond to go fishing with their daddies.










The big, bearded cousins!
 Mimi leading the parade

 Time for the pinata which was hung by the tractor!

 Everyone had to stand in line and wait their turn...even Denton!



 Wearing some of the goodies from the pinata
AAARGH!
 Careful there, Den!

 Denton and Clair
 Reid loves Denton!
 Our favorite Mimi and Papa Jud!
 The big boys sent the little boys out in the field to throw the footballs

 Denton hung Reid onto the pinata hook, which was on the tractor!!
 Four fun cousins!!



 The 3 year olds

 And the 5 year olds

 My blessings, whom I am truly thankful for on Thanksgiving and every day! :)