Christmas Eve

It is tradition for Craig's mom to have a whole day of Christmas Eve. We always go to the movies, have an early dinner, and then Papa Rees plays the guitar while we sing Christmas carols, and then we get to open our jammies and other fun things. We always have so much fun and Cathy always makes everything so beautiful. The kids look forward to it every year! Craig's dad brought these head bands for them to wear while we sing. They all played a tune.

Happy birthday

Aunt Staci's birthday was also on the 19th. We had a brunch for her the following day at my house. Here she is with her fruit pizza for her cake. We love you aunt Staci!!! Happy 18th!

Ward Christmas party

I know this is alot, but that is what happens when you are a slacker like me. Our ward Christmas party was on Dec. 19th. They did a wonderful job! This is just a quick picture of the kids with santa.

Mommy and BIG kids date

My friend thought it would be fun to take our older two kids to see High School Musical on ice. The day we were supposed to go she got a call saying the performance was cancelled!!! So, what do we do??? We go to the Mission Inn and see their amazing display of Christmas lights, take a carriage ride, have yummy hot donuts, and drink hot chocolate. We had a blast!

The dentist....

In an effort to try and save time all 6 of us go to the dentist at the same time. This was Eli's first trip to the dentist. He did GREAT!!! Hey and NO cavities for him! Matthew on the other hand had to get his first filling that day. We also had to go back to fix a cracked filling (Zach) and Allison had a cavity and sealants put on her molars. Hopefully that will help the dental bills! Always a fun experience at the dentist!


The light was to bright for her, so they gave her these glasses.

Christmas traditions

And what is my Christmas tradition you ask??? Baking. It all started some years ago when Craig wanted to give all his employees Christmas presents. Me being the financial sound one said there is no way we can afford that!! So, I came up with the idea that I would bake for all of them. It is funny, each year I bake more and more. I just can't seem to stop. I see all these fun recipes and I have to try all of them! So, you are all the first to see what no other man has been allowed to see. My kitchen while in the midst of baking. This year I made 12 different kinds of cookies, 5 different breads, and 7 different types of candy. The end result was 42 plates of goodies. Not bad in 2 1/2 days work! Thanks you again to my sister who has come to help me just about every year! I could NEVER do it alone!



This is some of the plates Craig took to work.

I set up tables in my garage to let them all cool.


The messy kitchen!

Christmas Fun

Thanks to grandma Nana the kids all had their own ginger bread house to make. I tried last year to make one from scratch and it just did not happen. This was definitely the better way to go. Spencer missed out on the fun. When you are cranky you just get to go to bed. (Gee I wish that rule pertained to mommy!) Th kids had fun making and then eating their creations. Oh, I almost forgot...thank you aunt Staci for your help!