Christmas Eve at Gram & Papa's.

After Lance's parents house we went to my parents house to have Christmas with my Brother & Sister n law. We got there at 8:30pm and the kids were still going strong. They got to open gifts from Scott & Allisa and Shalynne & the kids. We really missed having Shalynne & the kids there with us, maybe next year.

Myla checking out her new baby from Aunt Shay and the kids.

Gracelyn & Chesney with her Piano from Aunt Shay & the kids. She loves it!

Gracie with her new Monkey robe on, she loves it! Thanks Scott & Allisia.

Gracelyns new Melissa & Doug cake. She loves pretending in the kitchen.

Myla opening a gift from Brooklin & Jeffrey.

Myla doing the Hokey Pokey with Elmo! She loves the doing the Hokey Pokey so now that Elmo does it with her, she is one happy girl!

Christmas Eve at Ganda & Papa Du's.

Christmas Eve was spent at Lance's parents house in the afternoon. We spend time together with all the family, the kids open their presents, and then we have our traditional Steak and Lobster dinner. Lance's Mom always makes sure we all have a great time together. They loved playing in the big box.

All 5 of them coloring. I had to take a picture, who would have thought a simple coloring picture would entertain from ages 20mths to 17yrs !

Justen was a big helper, helping Gracie and Myla open their big present.

Gracelyn getting her Woody doll.

Myla opening her and Gracelyn's Bronco Rider. They are going to love riding on this next summer, a great addition to the swing set.

Posing with all of their wonderful gifts. Thanks Great Grandma, Ganda & Papa Du, Uncle Scott, Aunt Trina, Kaytie, Kristen, Justen. The girls are so lucky to have so much family that loves them.

Gracie and Myla Mae playing with Kristen.

Gracie with Kristen. Gracelyn loves playing with Kristen. I love this picture of them.

All the Grandkids.

Ganda & Papa Du and all the grandkids.

Great Grandma Luella Ora, Gracelyn and Myla Ora! Love that the girls get to spend time with Grandma. I know Grandma enjoys watching and listening to all of their crazy stories.

Christmas Program

Gracelyn was in a Christmas program at church. She was so excited to get up in sing. We practiced daily so she could learn all 4 of her songs! Gram & Papa and Ganda & Papa Du came down to see her sing.

Christmas Cookies!

The girls and I decorated Christmas cookies the other day! We had lots of fun decorating the cookies and making BIG messes! I thought for sure Myla would have been up all night wound up or sick, due to all of the icing and sprinkles she slipped into her mouth!

Gracelyn sneaking something into her mouth.

Myla saying, " I think I need just a few more green sprinkles ".

Concentrating hard on her masterpiece.

All in all it was a very fun day, messes in all!

Gracelyn, Myla and I had lots of fun making and decorating some Christmas cookies. I tried not to stress over the mess so we could just enjoy decorating the cookies. I think they went through 4 bottles of sprinkles! We didn't pass out the cookies saturated in sprinkles. I know they had lots of fun so that is all that matters.

Wow!

It has been forever since my last post. This was suppose to help me journal the kids special moments, obviously I can't do that if my last post was April!! I am going to try REALLY hard on keeping updated for family not near to us and for myself. So here goes, wish me luck!!

Our two Little Lady's!

Here is my attempt at getting a good picture of both of the girls! As you can see I did not succeed. Gracelyn is not really into getting her picture taken these days. Oh well I will keep trying.

Myla showing us that she is one! What a cutie.

Ladybug, Ladybug

Today we celebrated Myla's 1st Birthday! Our theme was "Ladybugs". Myla had lots of fun with all of the attention she got.

Some of the decorations at the party. I got all of my ideas from other blogs online. I had a lot of fun decorating. I am sharing a lot of details of the party for my sister Shalynne, Brooklin and Jeffrey who couldn't make it to the party.

Ladybug crackers.

Ladybug cupcakes.

Myla trying out her new ride from Ganda and Papa Du.

Myla enjoying her cupcake.

Where did that cupcake go? Did I eat the WHOLE thing?

Yummy! Can I have a second one?

The precious birthday girl. We just love Myla to pieces, she is such a sweet girl.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MYLA MAE!!!

Happy Birthday Myla!

Happy Birthday Myla!

Today at 7:42 pm you will be one year old. This time last year Daddy and I had to get up very early to head to the hospital to have you. I was so excited to finally meet you and hold you in my arms. My pregnancy with you was scary at times, at one point during the pregnancy the Doctors told us that you may not survive long after birth. Your Dad and I knew that God was in control of your life, we prayed very hard that God would heal you and God answered our prayers! The day I finally saw your sweet face and knew you were ok, was such a wonderful day. What a great birthday present for me to have such a beautiful baby girl. You are absolutely perfect and a wonderful blessing.

This year has been amazing. You bring so much joy to our lives. We love your big smile, your very contagious laugh, your very strong will, your big blue eyes, your kisses and your sweet personality. You love your sister and look up to her, you are always wanting to do everything that she is doing. I love watching you and Gracelyns relationship grow. I can't wait to celebrate many more milestones and birthdays with you!


Mommy and Daddy love you so much Myla Mae, I remember while I was pregnant with you worrying how I could love another child as much as I loved your sister Gracelyn, but once I held you in my arms for the first time I instantly fell in love. You will never understand how much Mommy and Daddy love you and your sister. I thank Jesus everyday for choosing me to be your Mommy!

I love you sweet Myla!