Christmas Day

Well...Santa came!

He ate his cookies and left lots of goodies!

It truly is magical to experience Christmas through a childs eyes.

The wonder and excitement as he rounded the corner to see all the gifts around the tree was tear inducing.

Absolutely pricess to see that little face!

I'm so glad we got it all on video!

He rode his 4 wheeler up and down the hall way.

It's a little tricky to push the button and steer but he's a quick learner. 

The tent was a big hit!

The 4 Wheeler was hidden under the tent for an extra surprise!

He got his first pair of cowboy boots.

He's wanted his own watch for some time now.

Anytime we bring up Santa, he says 'ho ho watch'

So, watch it was.

However, once on it was 'too tight' and wanted to take it off.

We had so much fun opening all our presents together.

I didn't know it could get much better, but having a child makes it so much better. 

After our Christmas together at home, we went to Honey & Bob's

Tradition here is sausage pinwheels.  Everyone's favorite!

Easton got his first fishing pole from Uncle Matt.

They'll have a big time with that this summer.

Honey  &Bob got Easton a ball pit with 1492 balls!

Lucky me.
I'll be fishing out balls from under the couch from here to eternity!

The important thing is, it's FUN!  And Easton loves it!

Next we went to GG & Ronnie's house!

Easton got his very first Radio Flyer Tricycle!

His little feet can almost reach the pedals.

Come Spring time I'm sure this will get lots of miles up and down the driveway!

The girls all got new Dooney's!
HOORAY!!!!!!!!

And...that picture on the right, that's my FAVORITE picture from Christmas!

We got mom this wonderfull canvas and it's amazing. 

This picture was taken on Ali's 18th Birthday with an iPhone. 

Amazing photo.  Amazing quality. 

If you're in the market for a canvas, go here! 

We had to catch a little cat nap in the car for good measure.

Hold on to the important things in life.  Right.

Last stop for the day is Granmomma's.

Easton got his first stick horse from Dude, Kathy Paige & Bret.

It took some getting used too, but he likes the little horse.

Monday, we headed to Papa's house for breakfast and gifts!

My dad made homeade biscuits that practically melted in your mouth.

DELISH!

By this time we were all completely pooped and just wanted to lay around!

Thus, the lack of pictures!

Time with family is always my favorite part of Christmas.

The to and from is a little tiring, but it's part of it.

I wish Chrismas was a week long so we could get ample time with each family, but we make the most of what we have with each one.

This year was so much fun with Easton and trying to teach him the real meaning of Christmas.

I'm hoping next year will be the year it sinks in.

I kept telling him Christmas is Jesus's Birthday.

He'd want to sing Happy Birthday.

Instead of adding in Jesus, he'd say Honey, because we'd practiced singing for Honey's birthday a few weeks ago.

So, I tried...but he still didn't quite get it.

Next year, we'll read the story of Jesus birth and learn about our nativity scene a little more.

I want him to know the true meaning behind Christmas. 

Not just gifts and Santa.  But the true gift, of Jesus. 

That is the real reason to celebrate!

Another reason to celebrate- we were ALL healthy!!!!

Praise the Lord!

2nd Christmas is one for the books!