Breathe Again

Finally...the busy holiday season is over.  I love Christmas but I think I like my daily routine a little bit more than the hectic rush that comes with the season.  I know it's been quite some time since my last post...so this one is going to be a bit longer.

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Miley turned 2 on December 8th.  This was way better than last year.  At 2, she understood what to do (even without us giving her instructions)...

We had family over to share in the celebration...Miley was so excited when Nana and Poppi arrived with some gifts...her favorite was probably her new step stool (not so much my favorite as it gives her access to new places...).

Miley greeting Poppi

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The kids were so happy when it finally snowed.  I was glad the weatherman was correct and that I was prepared with snowpants for the kids.  I did not, however, plan for Paul and I...so we were limited to letting the kids play at the house.  Oh well...better planning next time.  :(

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We were able to attend the Christmas programs for both Benjamin and Gavin. Ben is in 1st grade so his consisted of both 1st and 2nd graders. He is such a ham and immensly enjoys being a performer.

Performing "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands"

Gavin is 4th grade and chose to be involved in the 4th/5th grade school choir.  Basically it is an extra-caricular that also has evening programs much like middle school or high school would.

Gavin (bottom left) singing with his school choir.

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Paul's work, RedBuilt, had a Christmas party this year.  The kids had a great time and danced the night away on the dance floor...whoever thought to get that for the party: thank you so much!  The dj definately kept the kids entertained throughout the evening.  Santa even came to hand out gifts to the children...Miley was not very please when the man in red showed up.  Santa scared my baby!  With the music turned up again though, she quickly got over it.

    Miley, Ben and Jacob getting their groove on...

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Finally...CHRISTMAS!!!  We spent Christmas Eve with Paul's family...including his sister, Christine, who was visiting from Texas.  We had a great time, but I think the highlight was definately Lisa's poem to her sister Lauren (Paul's neices).  We all laughed so hard and I didn't think Lisa was going to make it completely through...Lauren loved it!

The kids at Granny & Grandpa's for Christmas Eve

(dressing up was Jacob's idea)

Loves her cousin, Lisa

Miley with Grandpa

Gavin just gave Granny his Handmade gift

I think they were opening up a game or something...

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New Year's was spent at home.  We did let the kids stay up with us (later naps for the Jake and Miley) and they enjoyed toasting with their sparkling cider.

Last group picture of 2009

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So that was pretty much the highlights of the last month...I'm so glad the craziness is over and I can somewhat breathe again.  Here is to a great and exciting 2010!