Christmas Fun with Friends

Later on in the day Uncle Mike, Aunt Sarah and Aunt Robin came over to celebrate with us - We watched football and enjoyed way too many appetizers. It was wonderful having them in town and I wish I would've thought to grab the camera and capture more adorable moments like these.





Photos with Aunt Sarah? A nice family photo where we were showered/dressed? Not so much... Add *Take more photos, including posed shots* to the list of resolutions!

Merry Christmas!

In the past we've traveled over Christmas but it was decided Cole's first one should be a traditional day at home. He wasn't too sure about the tree or all the new toys, but he was all about the wrapping paper, dad's bottle of scotch and the shoelaces on my new shoes. Watching him bounce from one thing to another was so much fun...











Skittles from Dad's stocking!!

Christmas Eve

For the past couple of years, Tom and I have always celebrated Christmas Eve the same way - We gorge on our favorite appetizers, drink wine (or last year, grosser than gross alcohol-free wine) and watch Elf. This year, we added a few new traditions to the mix.

There is a house near us that has lights set to music (they have a radio station that works only on their street). We bundled up Cole, figuring he would love it.



Yep. My FAVORITE holiday song blasting, lights flashing and he's more interested in the buttons on the door. Took him out of the car and he only focused on the other cars driving by. The kid's a character! Next year.

We came home and made cookies for Santa.

Finally. All ready for the big guy!





Then we waited.

One Week Later: Little David Beckham

Up to Ten!

Dear Santa Claus

I'm very sorry for the way I behaved today. Please don't hold it against me on Christmas morning.

Sincerely,
Cole