Introducing...

Ayden Aliya

Born on September 11th 2006
in Orsk, Russia

Into Our Hearts on
July 18th 2007

Forever
September 18th 2007

Ayden's Magical first Santa Moment...

Ayden had a magical experience with Santa. Garrett loved the company Christmas party. I thought I would freak when I turned around and saw Garrett driving his own car. (He is only 2!!) We are grateful he is not getting his license any time soon. Phew...

Jordan was in her first Christmas pageant. The boys were

shepherds and the girls were angels. Jordan was not sure why she didn't get to choose her costume. In the end, she did a fantastic job and it was a show that brought tears to my eyes.

Like most Christmas pictures, we had a very calming photo session. All the kids sat down looked right at the camera on the first shot and smiled joyously. Yeah right!!! Not even close. Why they call it happy hour.

We are enjoying the "cooler" weather and looking for every chance to put on our fleeces. Decorating isn't the same in the heat, but we are getting use to it.

The kids are all at great ages to enjoy the holiday. We love getting all the family Christmas pictures! It is hard to not be thankful for what we have this year. Have a wonderful holiday!!

Reindeer for sale.

The holiday season is here...

Wow! What a busy season. We spent Thanksgiving up North visiting family and staying with Gram and Coach. What a blast we had in the cold weather and Jordan managed to spend most of her days outside in the leaves. This was the first time that Gram and Coach were meeting Ayden so it was a very special visit. It was COLD! Garrett kept saying how cold it was and then saying, "it isn't funny." We are now home and well thawed.

The tree is up and every morning Jordan is
disappointed that Santa

has not arrived. I am trying to explain to her the season, but she wants to just cut to the chase. (What kid doesn't) I wonder how long it will last that we can use the "Santa is watching" line. So far it is

working.

I realize this year it has been more difficult finding the time to shop without kids. How I took for granted Christmas shopping with them in the cart. Those days are long gone!

Hope this finds you all enjoying the season!!