Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Christmas 2009 has come and sadly gone. Shea was SO thrilled that Christmas time was here. Christmas night when Shawn put her to bed, we think she was a little sad that Christmas with all its excitement and anticipation, was over. Her Elf had gone back to the North Pole, all the gifts were opened and food all consumed. No fear my child, it will come around again.

Shawn was ill over Christmas but he still managed to make the best of it!!

Merry Christmas, Shawn.

Is that you, Santa?

Shea is now equipped with the appropriate attire for riding the motorcycle. We are not sure what her thoughts were when opening it up but we all know she needs it!

Men folk awaiting their turn to open.

This is what Shea kept saying she wanted for Christmas. It's a good thing "Julie" was under the tree.


Will was unsure if he could rip into paper to see what is inside. However, he did like his gits.





Look out Toledo, Wayne is coming with his new amp and guitar. You see, Grandpa Wayne is currently traveling a lot to that fine city in North Eastern Ohio. He needs things to occupy his nights.





Christmas is all about the kids, right? I mean, the gift giving and opening part. There were lots of kids to share Christmas with. Here is our Niece, Nevan. She doesn't like that her doll baby is suppose to go in there...not her. Oh well, go for it girl.

New babies were around this year too.....

Nolan

Brett

My Grandmother said to me on Saturday night when we were exchanging gifts that she would like everyone to gather around the tree for a photo. Everyone obliged, with out one ah, do we have to. I couldn't believe it.

We hope you had a great Holiday. We sure did. This week I cleaned out the toy box to make room for the new items. Goodwill was happy to see me coming! As 2009 draws to a close, I took time the other day to reflect on the year. It has had it's ups and downs as with any year. Shawn worked a lot and continues to do so. The kids are growing at a rate faster than we could have imagined. Our family did get smaller this year with the passing of Grandpa. I miss him so much, everyday. On the other hand, our family is growing! In January, we will get a new niece! We have had a lot of fun this year not only with the kids and family but with our fantastic friends. We look forward to the amazing memories we will look back on in 2010. We can't wait!