Christmas Day

Lets just say Christmas gets better each year. This year was by far the best year with the kids ages. They understood the concept of Santa and were really excited to wake up Christmas morning. Paisley always wakes up first, so we had to capture her and trap her in our bedroom until Roman woke up. Luckily he woke up shortly after.

We love being at our house Christmas morning with just our little family. We are able to take our time, relax and just enjoy being together.

This year Roman asked Santa for:
A Bike (specifically red and pink - so HIM!)
Candy
A Hula Hoop
Transformers

Paisley asked Santa for:
A Bike (we already have tons of toddler bikes, but since her brother was asking for one she wanted a new one too. We ended up finding the perfect Minnie Mouse bike)
Candy

Paisley was in heaven with her new bike. Once she saw this, she didn't need anything else. It played songs, made noises and could collect tons of junk in the basket. Did I mention she is kind of a junk hoarder? Her favorite activity is to find the most random things around our house and collect them.

My Big Boy with his Big Boy Bike! It makes him look so old. I found the perfect red bike and added some purple/pink tassles to the handles. He loved it, but was hesistant to want to try it out. (FLASH FORWARD one week later and he is now a pro on it).

I love this picture because it captures the perfect moment between Jason and Roman. As soon as he saw his bike, he sat down with Jason and wanted to know everything about Santa and the logistical details. He wanted to know the specifics about how long he was in our house, where he went after our house, how he came down the chimney, his reindeers, how the presents arrived and what happened to our elf. I love this boy and how he is just so literal and practical. Sometimes I just laugh at what comes out of his mouth.

We love stockings! Paisley was happy to find some little gadgets to play with and CANDY!

I got a very entertaining video of Roman opening up his stocking. He just makes me smile with his funny commentary.

Back on her bike. She didn't need any more gifts, she was a happy girl riding around the house.

One of Roman's favorite gifts, "Disney Me Reader." Allows him to read along with the story. My little bookwork always loving his books.

Belle, her favorite princess. She also got a big furry Beast to go along with Belle.

HORSIES!!!

I needed a SQUEEZE!

Opening a gift from Uncle John that had about 15 layers of wrapping paper.
Roman was very entertained.

Our princess, Belle

We had some rest and relaxation and then headed over to Nana and Pop's house for dinner 

and to celebrate Pop's Birthday. 

Watch out! Look what Roman and Paisley got from Nana and Pop. So fun. 

Lots of fun opening some more presents

"Belle" got her own set of Princess Dolls

We got a surprise phone call from Santa. Scott was so excited and a little nervous to talk to the big guy. 

AND Most importantly it was my Dad's 70th Birthday! Can you believe it? I know, he doesn't even look 60. We had planned throwing him a big party, but it was cancelled last minute. We look forward to planning something again soon. 

Happy Birthday Pop! 

We can't thank you enough for all that you do and all that you are. You have given us the greatest gift of all this year by being such an amazing caregiver to Mom. You are by her side day and night and we know it hasn't been easy. We couldn't thank you enough. Plus you are an awesome Pop to all the kids constantly giving them love, patience and confidence. You are so selfless and teach us to do the same. THANK YOU for being such a wonderful, loving and supportive Dad my entire life. You are always a phone call away and I always know that you are here for me no matter what. True love and dedication. We love you and wish you a year filled with good things.