Getting Ready for Christmas

Every year before Christmas we make a gingerbread house with the kids. This year, our neighbors made one for us. They have a family gingerbread house contest. We have judged it the past few years. This year for judging, they gave us a house and all the stuff to decorate with. The kids tried to get every single piece of candy around that house. Of course we decorated our tree. The kids had a blast putting on all of their personal ornaments. Living in Utah there are many snow days. The kids went out in the yard and had a ball. Even Addie enjoyed it. Last year she just cried and didn't know how to move in it. Stay tuned for pictures from Christmas once I sort through them.

Our Little Dancer

Addie had her first dance recital last Saturday. She was so cute! I couldn't believe how well she did. She apparently likes to be on stage. She was so excited when it was her turn. The only thing that upset her was when it was time to go. She got so mad at me! All she wanted to do was follow around her dance teacher.

Disneyland

Dan had to go to Anaheim for a work growth summit. We decided he couldn't go to Disneyland without us. We had a blast! The kids were way into meeting the characters and getting autographs. Addie was sooo happy to meet Snow White. Kyler loved meeting Mr. Incredible. We got lucky enough to meet them on the days they were wearing those costumes. Addie and Kyler had a blast playing games with Stitch. Stitch was way into Addie he kept coming back to find her and play with her. It was so much fun we all had a great time.

I am Thankful for my Family!

A few weeks ago we got our family photos done again. As always, Emilie did an amazing job! At this time of year, I would like to take the opportunity to tell everyone how thankful I am for my little family. As most of you know, it has been a very trying year for me. Through my trials this year, I have really come to see how blessed I am. That fact that I had 2 wonderful children so easily is a miracle. That is something I didn't realize until I saw first hand how hard it can be to get our kids here. I am overwhelmed with the gratitude I feel for my Heavenly Father and His son Jesus Christ. It is amazing to know that the atoning sacrifice the Savior made for us was not only for our sins but always for all of our pains. I have felt His presence in my life so strongly this year. I am so grateful for family and friends that are so supportive. I don't know where I would be without all of you! I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving this year!

Halloween 2009

The kids were so excited about their costumes this year. We went to the Harry Potter exhibit in Chicago and Kyler saw the costume there and was so excited. Addie is just starting to get into Princess movies and playing dress up. She loves Snow White and Beauty and the Beast. We had fun trick or treating this year. It was Addie's first year understanding the concept. Now that Kyler is getting older, he just wanted to keep going. In the end we got way too much candy!