Holly Jolly Christmas

What a year! We have been on such a roller coaster, that this Christmas was a much needed break. Ah, I love being around family and good food and lights and music. Our program at church was exceptional this year. My favorite was a family of 4 boys and their sister that sang Silent Night a cappella. It was perfect and amazing. It was just a more peaceful and quiet mood this year. I started working the Monday before Christmas. Needless to say, I was exhausted by the time Friday rolled around. So, I took full advantage of the hours after presents and before the big meal to take a very intense nap. "I did a pretty good job" - quote from Dennis the Menace :)

Dad made these ornaments. They look so great on the tree.

Papa had to kick Michael out of this spot so he could sit by Nana. Michael was reluctant...What a love bug.

Scott was pretty happy about his gifts this year. He was especially stoked about his RC truck. "Dad, look! It's a Ford."

Dallin loves green. I, on the other hand, look hideous in green. Mom and I knew we found a winner with this jacket from Old Navy.

I got some beautimous earrings and matching necklace from Mom and Dad.

Tom has been doing a ton of reading this last year. He just can't get enough of it. So, we set him up with 5 or 6 good reads to last him for a few months.

Charlie Brown Christmas at the Lunds'

So, this year we were invited to the Lund home to celebrate their annual Charlie Brown Christmas with them. All the children made homemade ornaments to put on the lil' spindly tree. It was fun to watch them all create.


Dallin was a bit hesitant, but he liked painting a snowflake. It was the most "manly" thing he could find to paint.

Then, they got to decorate some cookies. Scott...well, let's just say he went through quite a bit of sprinkles. YUCK. I don't know how he choked those cookies down! He had to stop mid-bite to take a deep breath and continue on.