Christmas Success!

Merry Christmas!

Our Christmas Celebration started with a trip to Temple Square, to see the lights, on Christmas Eve.  It was fun to see the beautiful lights and then come home, read the Christmas story and go to bed.  Shayla was serious about going to sleep.  When we remembered, five minutes after we put her in bed, that we hadn't taken her potty, we went in and she was almost asleep already.  She went potty quickly then stated that she had to hurry and get to sleep so Santa can come.

Santa did come and we had a great Christmas this year.  The girls were good enough for Santa  leave them a dollhouse to share, equipped with dolls.  The girls were thrilled!

They even got berets from Grandma and Grandpa in France!  They are so styling!

I think Shayla looks just like a French girls with her dark pretty hair.

Thank you, Grandma and Grandpa!  We love them!

After being snowed in, we enjoyed a quiet Christmas afternoon with Grandma and Papa(who  were snowed in with us after Christmas brunch) reading and playing.

  What a great Christmas this year!  We hope yours was great too.

Magical Time of year!

It truly is a magical time of year to go to Disneyland!  Nothing like leaving snow storms and heading to 75 degree weather.  We had so much fun, going with Jennie and Phil.  Shayla thinks that we should always go with cousins or friends.  So the invitation is open.  The only catch, you pay your own way.  

Does it get more magical than this?

The family picture!  They sure have grown since the first time we stood in front of the castle. (So have I)

Our first ride is always Dumbo.

Just hanging out with Dad! (Ben is squished in between them you just can't see him)

You have to go on the tea cups, whether or not you get sick.

Cambree loved waiting in line.  I think she liked not being strapped in a stroller or a ride.

Cambree couldn't wait to see Minnie...from far away.

Mickey was no better, but we did give him high fives.

Here's the gang!  They look like they enjoyed waiting for over an hour for the parade! (we didn't)

Everyone having fun!

One last pose.

Cousins are the best!

Back to reality!  Glad the girls were willing to carry their fair share of the load!

Police Report

What I am about to tell you is very disturbing.  I might think twice about even reading this blog, due to the graphic nature of the pictures presented.  I would definitely think twice about letting any children see you reading this post, it could scar them for life.  I am totally unaware of what provoked such evil actions, but we happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, which made us the unfortunate target for such illegal activity.  We were shocked and frankly scared spitless when we awoke to such a shocking view.  The police were called and fingerprints were taken.  They assured us that such an act is subject to a long drawn out time in  jail.  They were confident that they would find the perpetrators and would see justice upheld.  You know what they say, "the criminals always return to the place of the crime."  They returned, gloating nonetheless.  All I can say, is that after many years of intense and expensive therapy, we might be able to once again feel safe in our own home, I hope.  Shayla bravely stepped up and even risked  her life to help us take the first step toward the healing process.  Without further ado, I will present the pictures of what happened, but please be aware, it may be extremely disturbing and could cause night terrors.  

How Do They Do It?

How does Disney do it everytime.  There really is something magical about Disney.  The minute you walk in to a Disney production, park...anything, there is such a fun exciting spirit about everything!  Children and adults alike get giddy and excited and light up like Christmas lights.  We are no exception.  We saw Disney on Ice and had a blast.  Cambree was enthralled Shayla didn't move for two hours.  We loved it!  Thank you Walt.

So in the second half, Cambree decided she needed to join in the fun.  Watch for her cute dip!  What a cutie!  We sure love her!

Winter Wonderland

We had a huge storm last week and I have to say--It was beautiful!  Just look for yourself.  I can handle snow until Christmas, then I'm done.  So I enjoyed this storm, we'll see how many more I get to enjoy until I don't want anymore.

Feeding the Chicken

Happy Halloween

Halloween is so fun!  Too bad the Jack-O-Lanterns scared Cambree.

Time to try on the costumes!

Let's Go Trick or Treating!

Bye Mom! We're off to get our loot!

It Is Done!

JaNae has married!  We couldn't be happier for her.  It was an absolutely beautiful day and ceremony.  It's nice to know that our prayers are heard and answered.  Just not always in our time frame.  But I think Dan was worth waiting for.

The girls loved their dresses.  They felt like princesses 

and enjoyed twirling, and dancing the whole night.

They both love their Aunt Nae and are going to miss their number one baby-sitter, but they were sure excited to get a new "crazy" uncle.

Dancing with the Stars.....

This is what happens when you let your children watch Dancing with the Stars.

Goodbye Baby, Hello Little Girl!

I finally did it.  I didn't want to, but I did.  I really didn't have a choice.  I mean, it was getting bad.  There was really no way around it.  What else was I suppose to do?  Something had to be done, and I was the only one who would make it happen.  It was a difficult choice, but I finally made it.  I just made the appointment and went for it.  Bri supported me in this, but of course he wasn't around to help follow through.  It turned out great in the end, of course, it usually does.  Of course I was happy when it was over.  And I really love the outcome.  I don't know, what do you think?