Sunday, January 22, 2012

Christmas Extravaganza - Part 3

And finally, I believe we have come to the end of our Christmas recap.  It's only 3ish weeks into the New Year.  Slow and steady wins the race.  Or something like that.

We were able to enjoy time with all of our family - it was so nice to have several days each place so we didn't feel super rushed!  I love me some Tennessee Christmases and always have - it's home and it's special and makes me feel warm and fuzzy (thanks for that, Mom & Dad!).  But Christmas in Dixie is mighty fun, too!  I'll say it again - Elle & Kate are blessed to have awesome grandparents, aunts, uncles & cousins on both sides and we are so thankful for that!  

And Christmas with my girls?  Rocked.  Christmas has always been my favorite time of year, for a number of reasons, but these kiddos have really kicked it up a notch.  I think even my self-proclaimed Grinch husband would agree.  :) 

Hot chocolate and cookies in Downtown Franklin.  YAY.

Gabby & Kate getting in some snuggles

And just in case you were concerned - Tyler DID get some rest over the holiday.

Tricycles from Santa - BIG hit!  (And helmets.  Santa is all about safety.)
Elle & Daddy
Kate getting some tips from Uncle P.  He was a mean stunt-biker back in the day.






Dress up clothes from Daddy were a fave!
Elle enjoyed it more than this picture would indicate.  Promise.


Sweet hug from my princess Kate.

Playing at Papa & Coco's. 

Elle

Helping Papa hang ornaments.

Bunny Head.  No really.  That's what she calls herself.

Kate sporting some new PJ's, Wissa's camera and a Guinness for Mommy.  Sounds about right!
Who are you and why are you orange?


So, there you have it!  A wonderful Christmas season filled with fun, family, food, lots of laughter and smiles and hugs.  And of course, singing Happy Birthday to baby Jesus.  If only I'd gotten that on video. 

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