Christmas Puzzles

 I received both of these for Christmas presents, one from Amy and one from her friend, Holly.  I'll let you guess which came from whom!!!

Merry Christmas

 

Christmas PJ's

 

Christmas Eve Dinner

 I love Christmas Eve dinner...the family all getting together, a delicious dinner, playing games after, and of course PJ"S.  It's just a magical feeling.

Advent Day 24

 Advent Day 24--The Nativity.  This is actually my favorite activity of the month.  I love the kids getting dressed up and playing parts, Todd's creative narrations, Kathy's donkey, Amy's angel dance, and this years age appropriate Mary and Joseph!!

Advent Day 23

 Advent Day 23–Christmas cookies #yummy

Sky Zone

 Another Christmas tradition, according to the kids, at least, is a trip to Sky Zone.  It's dark and everyone is moving around, so it's hard to get decent pictures.  But, the kids have a blast.

Annual Swing Pitcures

 I'm not positive, but I believe his is the first Christmas swing picture I can find...dated 2011.

Five of the kids could actually fit on the swing, and everyone could fit in one row.

A few short years later and look at them now!!  Only three actually fit on the swing.  We are missing Wyatt, who is in Mexico on his mission, and we've added Ashlee, Tayson's bride of four months!!

We always take this picture right after church, so the kids look their best!!!

Advent Day 22

 Advent Day 22–Family game night. So much fun…had us all laughing…Emma’s unique answers for the win?!

Advent Day 21

 Advent Day 21–Riley’s Farm. Dinner and a play, A Christmas Carol. The Johnson's left home in time to join us for a special outing.  A lot of fun made more special by having almost everyone together. Missing Wyatt. Merry Christmas.

Knott's Berry Farm

 The last day for our Knott's passes.  It was fun to look at all the Christmas decorations.  And family times is always the best!!

Advent Day 20

 Advent Day 20–Watch a Christmas movie. #thankskathy #iveneverseenthisone

Advent Day 19

 Advent Day 19–Game night. Only I need to wait until my family shows up to have someone to play with. ##thankskathy #2moredaysuntilfamilyishere

Advent Day 18

 Advent Day 18–Make treats for neighbors. Too busy today, but hopefully tomorrow!! I’ll update when I finish. #thankskathy #isthisinsteadofmakingthekidscarol #theythankyou

The Grinch Dinner

 I have had to miss the last couple of dinners because of Stake Choir performances.  Today, I got to attend.  So much fun...and so yummy.