Christmas

Christmas is usually very busy running around everywhere, and this year was no exception. We all woke up around 9:30 (thanks kids!). It was so much fun this year now that Brayden understands the concept of Santa Clause and loves opening presents. It was neat to see the kids' expressions when they walked into the room and saw everything. Here's the nice clean before picture:
Brayden immediately went to the Elmo track that we had put together. He loves it, as does Brooklyn:

I got Brooklyn this doll that crawls and talks. I turned it on behind her thinking that she would love it. I was wrong. She cried and tried to push it away before she got up and went to the other side of the room. She has since warmed up to it and does carry it around now, as long as it is off:

The laptop computer we gave Brayden was the hit of the morning. Apparently I shoud have gotten two of them, b/c the kids constantly fight over it:

Our little family:

We spent a little time playing the toys, but had to quickly get ready to head over to Josh's grandparent's for breakfast. Of course we missed breakfast since we all slept in so late, but we still got to see everyone. Here's the cousin/great-grandkid picture:

Josh's family:

We left and headed over to my aunt's house for lunch. I tried to get a cute pic of the kids, but like usual it didn't work out. Oh well. Here's what I got:

I was able to put Brooklyn down for a nap and she slept the entire time we were there, which was kinda nice to have a free hand! Here's Brayden and cousin Paige sitting in the dog bed:

Afterwards we went over to Josh's parent's house to do their Christmas with them. It was a lot of fun to spend the rest of the evening with them since we'll be with my family all day tomorrow. Here's our attempt at a family picture:

Opening presents:

By the end of the night we were all exhausted. Here's Brooklyn snuggling with dad:

We feel so blessed to have such wonderful families that love us and our kids. We enjoy living close to both sets of parents and have had a great time spending time with our families this holiday season, especially all my family that came into town. Thanks to everyone for spending time with us and our kids. We love you all!