4 Years Later

Just as he learned how old he was and how many fingers, today my little man turned 4.

What a fun year it has been for you.

 

You started preschool.

You learned to use the potty.

You are just if not worse of a picky eater then Anthony.

Everything is on your terms.

Most days you still need a nap.

You can be super grumpy one minute and a happy little guy the next.

Your a strong, smart and the most amazing person.

 We had the grandparents, aunt, and uncles over for cake and ice cream today. Jackson was super excited to open his gifts. He also picked his Star Wars cake.

It took a few try's to get all four candles out. But he did it.

Can't wait to see what the next year brings.

Christmas Festivities

Wow this month went quickly. Here is a run down of how our month went.

 Jackson helped decorate the tree.

 TA-DAH All done!

 We also had our annual Christmas party. And what kind of party would it be with out Santa.

The Thursday day before Christmas, we headed to Zoo Lights.

Stood in line for Santa for about an hour, but the kids each wrote a letter to leave. And the Santa at the zoo really spends time with each child.

 We tried warming up with some hot chocolate.

The Saturday before Christmas we made Christmas goodies. Cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies, and spice drops. Everything was very yummy.

I even gave plates away to a few neighbors.

 Christmas Eve, after dinner the kids opened their PJ's.

And the gift from each other. Anthony got Jackson a Jake and the Neverland Pirates sword and Jackson got Anthony a Angry Birds Star Wars kit.

 They picked perfect gifts for each other.

 They got cookies and milk ready for Santa.

Looks like Santa arrived.

We woke up at 630 to find the above. Come to find out Anthony woke up at 5 am and opened all his gifts from Santa. My mom caught him and made him go back to bed until we found the presents. 

Here is a glimpse of our Christmas morning.

 

All and all it was a great day. Great time seeing family and friends. 

Elf on the Shelf

This year was our second year having the Elf on the Shelf. Last year he arrived and Anthony named him Ki-Adi-Mundi (a jedi from Star Wars)

 

 He arrived just before the 1st of December.

Since he goes to report to Santa each night, Anthony thought it was a perfect way to get his letter to Santa.

 This year our elf did some fun things each night, and sometimes even left some notes.

 

Christmas eve he left the following note on the computer before heading home with Santa until next year.

 

Anthony and Jackson,

Today is Christmas eve and I will be heading home to the North Pole with Santa tonight. I have had so much fun watching you this year. Playing games with the stuffed animals, zip lining, playing with the storm troopers. You both have been good, though at moments you could do better. I will be recommending you both for the nice list. Remember after Christmas you still have to listen to your mom and dad, eat your dinner, and be kind to one another Santa is always watching.

I hope you get everything you wish for.

 

Merry Christmas!

Ki-Adi-Mundi



Thanksgiving Point

Last night after going to Fotofly for the boys yearly pictures, we headed out to Thanksgiving point for Fotofly Santa photos, and some lights.

 Here are the best of the Santa pictures.

 This one is going to be my Christmas card (above).

 



Yearly Pictures

Here are 14 out of 54 photos that turned out from today's photo shoot.

Amazing how much these two grow in just one year.